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Church of Common Sense

Officiant Recognition Guide

Marriage authority is state-based and local exceptions are real. Always verify with the issuing clerk or court before a ceremony.

This guide is living operational guidance, not legal advice.

Verify a minister Certification overview

Scope

State + county checks

Standard

Compliance first

Registry

Public minister verification

Reminder

Rules can change without notice

Guide last verified

2026-02-12 18:21:58

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Guide outline

How We Differ From Instant Ordination Services

Required coursework

Members complete structured lessons and practical drills before officiant certification.

High exam standard

Final officiant evaluation targets a 90% passing standard.

Renewable standing

Good Standing is time-bounded and renewed with affirmation and continuing education.

Public verification

Minister IDs and QR links allow clerks and couples to validate status directly.

State Recognition + County Exceptions

All 50 states + DC are listed. Some entries are still being researched; those rows show conservative defaults until official sources are added.

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State	Who may solemnize	Registration required	Pitfalls / exceptions	Official links	Recommended steps
Alaska AK Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Alabama AL Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Arkansas AR Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Arizona AZ Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
California CA Link Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58 Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources California Family Code § 400 (Persons Authorized to Solemnize Marriage)	Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling.	Varies by county/court.	WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony.	California Family Code § 400 (Persons Authorized to Solemnize Marriage)	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Colorado CO Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Connecticut CT Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
District of Columbia DC Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Delaware DE Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Florida FL Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Georgia GA Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Hawaii HI Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Iowa IA Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Idaho ID Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Illinois IL Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Indiana IN Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Kansas KS Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Kentucky KY Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Louisiana LA Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Massachusetts MA Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Maryland MD Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Maine ME Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Michigan MI Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Minnesota MN Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Missouri MO Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Mississippi MS Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Montana MT Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
North Carolina NC Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
North Dakota ND Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Nebraska NE Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
New Hampshire NH Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
New Jersey NJ Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
New Mexico NM Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Nevada NV Link Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58 Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office. Official sources Nevada DPBH — Marriage and Divorce Certificates County exceptions (2) Clark County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Washoe County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies.	Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling.	Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office.	WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony. County exceptions (2) Clark County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages. Washoe County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages.	Nevada DPBH — Marriage and Divorce Certificates	Contact clerk/court before officiating Verify any filing forms and deadlines Save confirmation details for audit
New York NY Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Ohio OH Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Oklahoma OK Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Oregon OR Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Pennsylvania PA Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Rhode Island RI Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
South Carolina SC Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
South Dakota SD Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Tennessee TN Link Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58 Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources Tennessee Department of Health — Vital Records	Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling.	Varies by county/court.	WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony.	Tennessee Department of Health — Vital Records	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Texas TX Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Utah UT Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Virginia VA Link Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58 Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office. Official sources Virginia Department of Health — Marriage/Divorce Records County exceptions (2) Arlington County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Fairfax County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies.	Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling.	Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office.	WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony. County exceptions (2) Arlington County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages. Fairfax County Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages.	Virginia Department of Health — Marriage/Divorce Records	Contact clerk/court before officiating Verify any filing forms and deadlines Save confirmation details for audit
Vermont VT Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Washington WA Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Wisconsin WI Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
West Virginia WV Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Wyoming WY Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court. Official sources No official state source links recorded yet.	Check state statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by county/court.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official state and county sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.

U.S. Territories (Optional)

Territories are listed for completeness. Rules often differ. Always confirm with the issuing clerk/court.

Jump to a territory

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Territory	Who may solemnize	Registration required	Pitfalls / exceptions	Official links	Recommended steps
American Samoa AS Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk. Official sources No official territory source links recorded yet.	Check statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by court/clerk.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official territory sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Guam GU Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk. Official sources No official territory source links recorded yet.	Check statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by court/clerk.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official territory sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Northern Mariana Islands MP Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk. Official sources No official territory source links recorded yet.	Check statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by court/clerk.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official territory sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
Puerto Rico PR Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk. Official sources No official territory source links recorded yet.	Check statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by court/clerk.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official territory sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.
U.S. Virgin Islands VI Link Last verified pending Details: topics, sources, counties Who may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk. Official sources No official territory source links recorded yet.	Check statute and clerk guidance.	Varies by court/clerk.	No additional notes yet.	USA.gov: State and local government directory USA.gov: Marriage certificate basics Official territory sources are being compiled.	Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records.

Not legal advice: This page is informational operational guidance. Confirm requirements directly with the local clerk, court, or statute source before any ceremony.