Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Alabama.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: April, May & October (avg 68°F) · golden hour in May: ~6:35 PM–7:35 PM
Scenic settings for a ceremony: Edwards Ponds, Buzzard Island & Miller Pond
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × Alabama's 2023 CDC marriage rate. Ceremony months: NOAA county climate normals, 1995–2024. Places: USGS Geographic Names Information System. Golden hour: computed for the county seat, mid-month.
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Elope-friendlyno waiting period — marry the same day you get the license · no witnesses required
Online ordination accepted
No registration required
Documents typically requested:
Alabama eliminated the requirement for an officiant in 2019. Couples submit a marriage certificate directly to the probate court. An ordained minister may still solemnize a ceremony. Always verify with the local probate court.
Alabama eliminated the requirement for an officiant in 2019. Couples submit a marriage certificate directly to the probate court. Ordained ministers may still solemnize ceremonies.
Alabama Code § 30-1-7Get Ordained
Get ordained online through the Church of Pride for $20. Your ordination is instant, valid for life, and recognized under First Amendment protections. Confirm local requirements with the Montgomery County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (334) 832-1250 and confirm that Montgomery County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate ready for the ceremony and to present to the clerk if asked.
Perform the Ceremony
Officiate the wedding ceremony. Make sure both parties and any required witnesses sign the marriage license. Keep the tone personal and celebratory — this is their day.
Return the License
Return the signed marriage license to the Montgomery County clerk within 30 days. This is a critical step — the marriage isn’t official until the license is filed.
Yes — Montgomery County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Alabama eliminated the requirement for an officiant in 2019. Couples submit a marriage certificate directly to the probate court. An ordained minister may still solemnize a ceremony. Always verify with the local probate court.
No — Montgomery County does not require officiants to register before performing a wedding.
None — no witnesses are required to sign the marriage license in Montgomery County, Alabama.
The completed marriage license must be returned within 30 days. As the officiant, returning it is usually your job — don't leave it in a glovebox.
Montgomery County Clerk's Office — 100 S Lawrence Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 — phone (334) 832-1250.
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Get Ordained — $20Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Marriage laws change frequently and can vary by county. Always verify current requirements with the local county clerk's office before officiating any ceremony. Information was last reviewed 2026-02-20.