Listed below are general information and frequently asked questions... FAQs. A good resource here is our Maui marriage license requirement information. Let us know how we can make this section better so that we answer all your questions.

A marriage license and marriage certificate are different documents. The marriage license permits a marriage to take place. The marriage certificate indicates that a legal marriage has been performed.

The marriage certificate is prepared and filed by your licensed marriage officiant or performer with the Department of Health . A newly married couple receives one (1) certified copy of the marriage certificate at no extra charge, upon payment of the marriage license fee, which will be sent to the couple by mail (60-120 days) after the marriage has been performed. If a marriage certificate is needed sooner than this, you can apply for one or more additional certified copies.

Marriage performers must be duly licensed by and in the State of Hawaii to perform the marriage ceremony. If desired, you may request the marriage performer to present his/her license for your inspection.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE?

There are no state residence or U.S. citizenship requirements.

Blood tests are not required.

The legal age to marry is 18 years for both males and females.

Males or females of 16 or 17 years of age who wish to marry require the written consent of both parents, legal guardian, or the family court. The parents or legal guardian do not have to be residents of the state. Consent forms may be obtained from a marriage license agent.

Males or females of 15 years of age who wish to marry require the written consent of both parents or legal guardian, and the written approval of a judge of the family court. The parents or legal guardian do not have to be residents of the state. Consent forms may be obtained from a marriage license agent.

Proof of age is required. A certified copy of a birth certificate must be presented for anyone 18 years of age or under. A valid I.D. or driver’s license may be presented for anyone 19 years of age or over.

Cousins may marry. However, the blood relationship between the prospective bride and groom cannot be closer than first cousins.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE

The prospective bride and groom must appear together in person before a marriage license agent to apply for a marriage license. Proxies are not allowed.

The prospective bride and groom should be prepared to provide the necessary proof of age and present any required written consents and approvals. All of the necessary documents should be obtained prior to applying for a marriage license.

The prospective bride and groom must prepare an official application and file the application in person with the marriage license agent. Applications are provided by the marriage license agent or may be downloaded from this site (see below). The application will not be accepted if sent by either postal mail or e-mail.

Upon approval, a marriage license is issued at the time the application is made.

The fee for a marriage license is $65.00, payable in cash, to the marriage license agent, at the time the application is made.

The marriage license is good only in, but is valid throughout, the State of Hawaii.

The marriage license expires 30 days from and including the date of issuance, after which it automatically becomes null and void.

If you do not get married within the 30 days, return the unused license in the pre-addressed envelope provided to you for invalidation.

CLICK HERE... Applications can be downloaded

Marriage license applications for downloading are in Adobe Acrobat portable document format (pdf). Abode Acrobat Reader software must be available on your computer in order for you to make use of the downloaded marriage license application. This software may also be downloaded if you do not already have it on your computer.

Contact one of the licensing agents above for more information on downloading the license application.

Payment in full is due 30 days or more before date of service unless otherwise specified.

Please make checks payable to: Preston-Beachwood, LLC

Deposit and fees paid to Preston-Beachwood, LLC, constitute a confirmation of booking and are non-refundable.

All fees received are transferable based upon our availability.

Preston-Beachwood, LLC, or any of their vendors cannot be held liable for any situations preventing the above services from being rendered resulting from inclement weather, road closures, civil emergencies, client default or acts of God. In the unlikely event that the date and time reserved in contract must be altered due to any of the above events, excluding client default, every effort will be made to complete these arrangements based on vendor availability.

Signer and any of signer's guests agree to hold Preston-Beachwood, LLC, blameless in the event that any accident or injury occurs in the area where the services are being provided throughout the time of said services.

Q: What is the best time to start a sunset wedding?
A: The best time is at least an hour BEFORE sunet. Why? Because after your approximately 20 minute ceremony, you will be signing the license, keepsake certificate and then doing sunset pictures and video. If you are having cake or toasting, you will want to begin an hour and a half before sunset. Sunset Times

Q: What is the best way to choose a coordinator?
A: Shop around, check out a number of websites, then begin narrowing your search based on the feeling you get from each prospect. You can shop for price, but remember, you really do get what you pay for. Most importantly, you want to feel comfortable with the coordinator you finally book with. Make sure you are totally comfortable with them and their style and their demeanor. Life is too short to be working with someone you are not comfortable with. Also, check the Maui BBB.