Certified Marriage Certificate & Apostille Information

Certified Marriage Certificate

Do we need to order a certified marriage certificate?

For most couples, the answer is yes.  After you are married, you will need your proof of marriage.  Places such as Social Security, DMV, Employers, Banks, as well as name changes, will require a certified marriage certificate as proof of marriage.  

You can order your certified marriage certificate online through the Clark County Recorder’s Office.  But please keep in mind, Officiants have 10 days to submit your completed marriage certificate to the Recorder’s Office.  Once submitted to the Recorder’s Office, you can order your certified marriage certificate within 1 to 2 business days.  I would also allow a few weeks for processing and shipping if ordering online.  

Here’s a link to the Clark County Recorder’s Office:

Clark County Recorder’s Office – Certified Marriage Certificate

Expedited Certified Marriage Certificates

Can we get the certified marriage certificate faster?

Yes!  We offer an expedited certified marriage certificate service for $80.  Your certified marriage certificate will be available for pick up at the chapel the next Business day after 12:00 PM, excluding holidays and weekends.  

Expedited certified marriage certificates can be ordered through your favorite consultant.

You’re married!  Don’t leave Las Vegas without your proof of marriage.

Nevada Apostille

What is an Apostille?

An Apostille is a certificate issued by the Secretary of State that authenticates a document for use in countries that participate in the Hague Convention. So for marriages, the Apostille is authenticating your certified marriage certificate is legitimate, allowing your country to recognize your Las Vegas wedding.

Also keep in mind, Apostille’s are prepared by the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office in English. They do not provide translation services in any other language.

Who needs an Apostille?

If you reside outside the US, and live in a country that participates in the Hague Convention, you will most likely need an apostille.  But since every country is different, it is recommended you check the local requirements where you reside.

List of countries participating in the Hague Convention below

How long does it take to get an Apostille?

I would allow at least 2 to 3 months for an Apostille, since there are several steps involved. 

1.  Order certified marriage certificate from Clark County Recorder’s Office and wait for it in the mail.

2.  Once you receive the certified marriage certificate, you will need to mail the certified marriage certificate to the Secretary of State’s office, along with your order form for the Apostille.

3.  Secretary of State’s office will process your order, and mail you your Apostille.

Here’s a link to the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office:

Secretary of State’s Office – Apostille

Expedited Apostille Services

Can we get an Apostille faster?

Yes!  We do offer a couple expedited options for an Apostille which will greatly simplify and speed up the process for you.  Just let your wedding consultant know you are interested in ordering an Expedited Apostille.

Here are your options:

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Standard Apostille Service

$ 210
  • Filing of the Marriage Certificate on the next Business Day
  • 3 to 6 Weeks for Delivery
  • One Certified Marriage Certificate
  • Standard Apostille Service with Secretary of State
  • One Certified Apostille Document
  • Delivery via Fed-Ex with Tracking Number

Ultra Fast Apostille Service

$ 350
  • Filing of the Marriage Certificate on the next Business Day
  • 10 to 14 Business Days for Delivery
  • One Certified Marriage Certificate
  • Expedited Apostille Service with Secretary of State
  • One Certified Apostille Document
  • Delivery via Fed-Ex with Tracking Number

Affidavit of the Marriage License Application

The following countries require an extra document called the Affidavit of the Marriage License Application.  We can provide this for $10.

Brazil
Italy
The Netherlands
Switzerland
Germany

Extra Shipping Cost

Argentina – $50
Brazil – $50
Lithuania – $20
Russia – $100
Romania – $80
Australia – $20
Colombia – $50
Croatia – $150
Chile – $50
Poland – $50
Ukraine – $50
Uruguay – $50

Countries participating in the Hague Convention

Albania
Andorra
Angola
Armenia
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Benin
Bolivia
Botswana
Brazil
Bulgaria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cambodia
Canada
Cabo Verde
Chile
China (and Hong Kong)
Colombia
Côte d’Ivoire
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cuba
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Estonia
Fiji
Eswatini
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Greece
Guatemala
Guinea
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hungary
Iceland
India
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kyrgyzstan
Latvia
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Madagascar
Mali
Malta
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Namibia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Niger
Norway
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Republic of the Congo
Romania
Rwanda
Saint Kitts and Nevis
San Marino
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Togo
Turkey
United Kingdom
Uruguay
Venezuela
Vietnam
Zambia

Last Updated:  July 29, 2024
Source:  Travel.State.Gov 

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