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What goes with a wedding better than music and drinks with friends? If you answered, “nothing at all,” then Tennessee might just be the place for your perfect elopement. With its rich country music heritage and the long-standing home of famous Tennessee whiskey brands such as Jack Daniels, Tennessee is the place to go for those who want to kick back and have fun. With hundreds of colonial homes and plantation style houses, there are plenty of locations for those who want a traditional style ceremony in beautifully well-kept surroundings. For those who want outdoor adventures, Tennessee is home to some of the highest mountains in North America in the Blue Ridge Mountain ranges. With woodland areas, hiking trails and gorgeously cascading waterfalls, there is no shortage of wedding backdrops served by nature.
Tennessee’s location also makes it a great choice for a summer wedding. With warm temperatures, and being located far enough inland that it avoids the worst effects of tornado season, you can usually get good days throughout the summer months. Winter until spring is mild to cool, and tends to have the most rainy days.
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 Tennessee.
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 solemnize a marriage in Tennessee. Eligible individuals include: ministers / leaders etc of any religious organization, members of county legislative bodies, mayors and former mayors, judges and former judges of the state, the governor, county clerks, speakers of the senate or house, law enforcement chaplains and a Tennessee Notary Public.
Those ordained by online ministries may officiate a wedding in Tennessee.
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