Colorado Marriage Licenses: Don't Let Paperwork Ruin Your Wedding

 Hey lovebirds is it on your bucket list to say your wedding vows against a spectacular Colorado scenery? Whatever your choice is like rugged, wild Crested Butte in Gunnison County or the epic Rocky Mountain theme in Estes Park, getting that Marriage License Colorado is way simpler than you think. In fact, the cost is only $30, no blood tests (phew), and Colorado is pretty much telling you that you can marry yourselves if you want to how about that for taking the pressure off.

If you are a Gunnison County marriage license applicant: Please stop at the Blackstock Government Center (you have to make an appointment call (970) 641, 2038 so that you won't waste your time just like at the DMV). Have your valid ID ready passport, driver's license, etc. Also, give the details of any previous marriages (date, place, court) and you're set. No requirement for Colorado residency great for those from out of town. Are you over 18? Great. If you are below, you need a letter from your parents or court papers. Statewide, the license is valid for use for 35 days, so don't let it expire like forgotten leftovers. The person who officially conducts the ceremony can be a judge, a member of the clergy, or you folks yourself. Just make sure the signed certificate is returned within 63 days or else there will be a small fine for being late. Nothing to it for eloping in the presence of aspen trees.

Downtown Larimer County is definitely your go, to if you are planning to get your marriage license in Estes Park, Colorado. You can go to their Estes branch at 1601 Brodie Ave. doing appointments is a wise idea, but sometimes walk, ins work too. Same as Larimer, $30, both need to be present with IDs, no waiting period, valid for 35 days, can be used anywhere in CO. Divorced? Remember the details. Self, solemnization. Absolutely. It is super nice if you are already around for elk viewing or hiking trails.

Long story short: Colorado makes it easy so you can concentrate on the enjoyable things like not dropping the ring in a stream. Choose the place that best fits your adventure, make sure to check the county's website for any small changes clerks love changing rules as much as the weather, and there you are legally married. Now go dream up that perfect kiss at sunrise. You got this.