Legal Requirements

Any licensed or ordained clergy may perform marriages in Arizona. There are no state waiting periods, blood tests or residency requirements. Must be 18 or older to marry without parental consent. Marriage license is good for one year. Ministers must record the marriage on the marriage license and return it to the clerk of the Superior Court within 20 days after the marriage.

The preceding legal information is provided as a guideline reference only. Check with the State, County and/or Municipality of your wedding site for more detailed and current information. Check with your home state about its requirements for a blood test, license, and other documents. A marriage license from your home state may not be valid for a ceremony performed in another state, territory or country. A marriage performed in another state may not be recognized by your home state, unless specific requirements are met.