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Colorado is a popular elopement destination because it allows self-solemnization. In other words, couples can legally marry themselves with no need for an officiant or witnesses! This makes it incredibly easy to arrange the ceremony that you want to have, with absolutely no restriction on locations or the words you have to say to one another.
With stunning mountain scenery available, adventurous couples choose Colorado for their elopement to get married in the best surroundings that nature has to offer. For something really out of the ordinary, Colorado offers the Great Sand Dunes National Park for a simple, yet beautiful, setting.
All states require a marriage license, so you need to ensure that you understand all of the requirements very early in the planning process. Luckily, it’s fairly straightforward in most cases as long as you meet the criteria and follow the state requirements.
Here is what you need to know about getting a marriage license in Colorado.
Yes! Same sex marriage is recognized in all states, and at a federal level, under the Respect for Marriage Act which was signed into law in December 2022.
No. Blood tests have been abolished as part of marriage license applications in all 50 states, so don’t worry if you’re afraid of needles!
Once you’ve gotten the admin out of the way, you can get to the part you’ve been dreaming of: the wedding ceremony!
As you’d expect, each state has different requirements to make a marriage legal. Make sure you follow the guide below to get your marriage legally recognized.
There is no requirement for an officiant, as Colorado is a self-solemnization state. This means that the couple themselves can solemnize the marriage and sign their own marriage license.
Self-solemnization is appealing for those who wish to have the smallest possible elopement.
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