Online Ordination in Maryland

No Registration Required

Maryland accepts online ordinations and does not require ministers to register with the government. Any ordained minister may perform marriages.

Maryland Family Law § 2-406

Registration

No Registration Required

Marriage License

Marriage licenses are obtained from the Clerk of the Circuit Court. There is a 48-hour waiting period. The license is valid for 6 months.

Key Requirements

  • Proof of ordination
  • Be at least 18 years old
  • +1 more

Who Can Officiate

  • Ordained ministers or clergy of any religious denomination
  • Judges and clerks of the circuit court
  • +1 more

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Maryland Counties(24)

Select a county below to see local officiant requirements, marriage license info, and clerk contact details.

Allegany CountyAnne Arundel CountyBaltimore cityBaltimore CountyCalvert CountyCaroline CountyCarroll CountyCecil CountyCharles CountyDorchester CountyFrederick CountyGarrett CountyHarford CountyHoward CountyKent CountyMontgomery CountyPrince George's CountyQueen Anne's CountySomerset CountySt. Mary's CountyTalbot CountyWashington CountyWicomico CountyWorcester County

Disclaimer: Marriage laws change frequently and can vary by county. The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always verify current requirements with the local county clerk's office where the wedding will take place before officiating any ceremony.

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