Apply for Your Marriage License Today
Welcome to the official Marriage License Application Landing Page for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Below, you’ll find all the essential information regarding fees, eligibility, and application requirements.
Marriage License and Ceremony Fees
| Description | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Ceremony* | $30.00 | $75.00 |
| Marriage License Application | $50.00 | $125.00 |
| Documentation | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Copy of Marriage License | $25.00 | $25.00 |
* Note: Ceremony fees are not required if the marriage is solemnized by someone other than the Governor or the Mayor.
Who Qualifies as a Resident?
To be considered a resident, applicants must have lived in the CNMI for at least 12 months prior to applying and meet one of the following conditions:
âś” Maintain a CNMI mailing address for at least 12 months.
âś” Hold an active Commonwealth Utilities Corporation account for 6+ months.
âś” Have paid CNMI income taxes for at least 6 months.
âś” Maintain an active bank account in the CNMI for 6+ months.
If one applicant is a non-resident, the non-resident fee applies.
Application Requirements
✅ Complete the Application Form – Download and fill out the Marriage License Application.
✅ Submit Proof of Age – Provide a valid government-issued ID (passport, driver’s license, or resident card).
✅ Parental Consent (if applicable) – Applicants aged 16-17 must provide notarized parental consent.
✅ Payment – Submit the required fees at an approved CNMI payment center.
Once all documents are submitted, your license should be processed within five business days.
For more details, visit our office or call (670) 237-2200.
