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A charming state, with its famous Southern hospitality and varied locations, Georgia is a lovely place for an elopement. With a landscape featuring national parks, mountain trails, beaches, or rustic sprawling ranches, there is a place for every type of wedding ceremony you can imagine.
Home to one of the original 13 colonies, Savannah, there is no shortage of history to surround yourself during your wedding. With major cities such as Atlanta and Augusta, those who like the hustle and bustle of city life can go there and be sure to have a great time. The outdoorsy types among you may love the northern areas of Georgia, where cities such as Rome and Dalton offer outdoor adventures including: hiking trails and outdoor activities like kayaking and fishing. Gainesville is located in northeast Georgia near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering breathtaking views for elopements all year round.
Although there can be good weather throughout the year, Fall is generally the best time of year to get married in Georgia. This is because it can be very hot and humid in the summer, whereas fall offers a good balance between temperature and comfort. Fall also brings stunning scenery, with vibrant colors, that give amazing backdrops for your wedding photographs.
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 Georgia.
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.
An officiant is required to perform a wedding ceremony in Georgia. Those allowed include: judges, a city recorder, magistrate or any religious leader / minister. This includes those ordained by online organizations such as the Universal Life Church.
Your officiant does not need to register with any government or legal office before the wedding.
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