Hawaii! An island paradise, and one of the most romantic places on
Earth. What a picturesque place to have a wedding! You can marry on a
pristene beach, high atop a volcanic mountain, beside a cascading waterfall,
or on a boat sailing off into the sunset.
You can arrange an island style wedding, complete with hula dancers, ancient
Polynesian prayers, and fragrant leis, a traditional ceremony, or one that
combines Hawaiian customs with your own spiritual traditions.
In Hawaii, almost anything is possible. And there is something for anyone.
Outdoor weddings can be breathtaking in their beauty, and are quite
inexpensive. But you have to remember to avoid the rainy season! October
through January are considered Hawaii's "winter" season. Rain ranging from
brief, sudden or light showers to winter thunderstorms lasting a few days
can occur during these months. If you have your heart set on a wedding in
one of these months, it is best to plan it indoors.
The islands are also a great place to honeymoon, for those who love fishing,
surfing, snorkeling, and laying out on the beach. There are numerous quality
hotels which provide excellent entertainment as well.
Below you will find a list of requirements for marrying in Hawaii, and
several good websites that can help you plan everything down to the tiniest
detail.
For more information, you can request a marital packet from Hawaii's State
Department of Health at (808)586-4545 or(808)586-4544. Or you can visit them
online at http://www.hawaii.gov/doh.
For more information and ideas on planning your dream Hawaiian wedding,
visit these websites:
Hawaiian Island Wedding Planners
http://www.hawaiianweddings.net/
Aloha Spirit
http://www.hawaiialohaspirit.com/home.htm
Hawaii Expert
http://www.hawaii-xpert.com/weddings.htm
Destination Weddings
http://www.alohadestinations.com/weddings/destination-weddings.html
Hawaii Bride and Groom magazine
http://www.hawaiibride.com/directory
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Hawaii Marriage Requirements:
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To get married in Hawaii:
There are no state residency 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 16 or 17 years of age who wish to marry require the written
consent of both parents, a legal guardian, or the family court.
The parents or legal guardian do not have to be residents of the state.
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.
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.
If a bride or groom is divorced or widowed, it is not necessary to present a
final divorce decree or death certificate to obtain a marriage license.
You must, however, know the final date of the divorce or the date of death.
A marriage license is valid for 30 days. |
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