Users' questions 

Can you get married with only one witness?

Leia Doyle

Can you get married with only one witness?

Anyone can be witnesses, as long as they understand what they’re witnessing. We therefore recommend that they speak English and are of an age to understand the meaning and purport of a marriage and civil partnership ceremony, however this is not set in law. They do not need to bring ID with them.

Do witnesses have to be present for marriage?

You are legally required to have two witnesses at your wedding ceremony to witness and sign the marriage certificate. The Registry does not supply witnesses. Your witnesses: must be 18 years or older.

How many witness do I need to get married?

two witnesses
the marriage must be entered in the marriage register and signed by both parties, two witnesses, the person who conducted the ceremony and, if that person is not authorised to register marriages, the person who is registering the marriage.

What states do you not need a witness to get married?

Witnesses to Marriages by State

  • Alabama: No witnesses required.
  • Alaska: Two witnesses needed.
  • Arizona: Signed by couple, two witnesses, and the officiating minister in Arizona.
  • Arkansas: No witnesses needed.
  • California: Signature of one witness.

Do you need ID on your wedding day?

You are not required to bring any documents or ID. The registrar will be happy to answer any queries you may have regarding the ceremony.

How do you elope without witness?

If you qualify for a confidential marriage license, you don’t need a witness to sign. You can elope without anyone else there (except your officiant, of course) and you don’t have to be a resident of California to apply. You do need to be living together, however; you can see all the requirements here.

Can U Get engaged at 13?

Most states have a minimum marriage age for minors with parental consent, ranging from 12-17 years old. However, California and Mississippi do not have minimum ages for minors to be allowed to marry with parental consent. New Hampshire: Age of consent to marry with parental consent for males is 14; for females is 13.