Home
Forms Library
How to Get Married in Massachusetts - GLAD - glad

How to Get Married in Massachusetts - GLAD - glad 2025

How to Get Married in Massachusetts - GLAD - glad Preview on Page 1

See details

4 out of 5

50 votes

The document provides a comprehensive guide on the process of getting married in Massachusetts, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, and legal considerations for same-sex couples. It outlines the steps to obtain a marriage license, the implications of marriage on legal rights and benefits, and addresses concerns for couples from other states. Additionally, it discusses the protections gained from marriage under Massachusetts law and federal recognition following the repeal of DOMA. The publication emphasizes the importance of consulting legal professionals for personalized advice.

Here's how it works

01. Edit your form online

Type text, add images, blackout confidential details, add comments, highlights and more.

02. Sign it in a few clicks

Draw your signature, type it, upload its image, or use your mobile device as a signature pad.

03. Share your form with others

Send it via email, link, or fax. You can also download it, export it or print it out.

How to use or fill out How to Get Married in Massachusetts - GLAD - glad with our platform

Ease of Setup

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Ease of Use

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Notice of Intention of Marriage in the editor.
Fill in your name, date of birth, and occupation. Ensure that both parties provide accurate information as this is crucial for the application.
Enter your residential address and the number of previous marriages, including how they ended (death or divorce).
Complete the section regarding any existing civil unions or domestic partnerships, along with their dissolution status if applicable.
Provide your birthplace and full names of both parents, including middle and maiden names.
Disclose your gender and confirm whether you are related by blood or marriage to your intended spouse.
Once all fields are filled out, review the information for accuracy before swearing before the clerk that everything is true.

Start using our platform today to streamline your marriage application process!

be ready to get more

Complete this form in 5 minutes or less

Get form

Got questions?

We have answers to the most popular questions from our customers. If you can't find an answer to your question, please contact us.

Who can be a witness for a wedding name?

Hello for your witnesses they must be over 18 years of age. They can be related to you or not related to you. They can be two females or two males, or a male and a female. Traditionally, the witnesses were in the wedding party - bridesmaid/maid of honour and bestman.

Do I need witnesses to get married in Massachusetts?

What paperwork do I need to get married in Massachusetts? Theres a 3-day waiting period once you apply for a marriage license. The license is valid for 60 days once you have it. You need to have a marriage license to get married in the Bay State.

What is required in Massachusetts to get married?

Any couple can get married as long as each person is 18 or older, and currently not married. You must apply for a marriage license, also called a marriage intention. A marriage license is only good to use between 3 and 60 days in Massachusetts from the date you applied.

Do you need one or two witnesses to get married?

A public marriage in California requires a minimum of four people: Two unmarried persons, a person solemnizing the marriage, and at least one witness (FC Section 359 and HSC Section 103175). Under no circumstances can more than two witnesses sign the marriage license.

Does Massachusetts require a witness for marriage?

No, Massachusetts law does not require a witness to solemnize a wedding ceremony.