To apply for a marriage license, you and your spouse-to-be must go to the registry office together. You must fill out some forms with personal information and swear or affirm an affidavit that the information given is true. You must provide identification that proves your age. You may need other documents, depending on your situation: You cannot apply for a marriage license if you are still married to someone else. If you are divorced, you will need to show proof that the divorce is final, such as a Certificate of Divorce or Decree Absolute. The divorce document must be in English. If it is in another language, you will need to get it translated. Check with a registry agent for translation requirements. If you are widowed, you do not need to bring a death certificate. If your previous marriage was annulled, you must show a copy of the court order annulling the marriage. A marriage license cannot be issued and a marriage ceremony cannot be held if either spouse-to-be is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. No medical information or blood tests are required, except under rare circumstances. Last Reviewed: June 2019