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Can someone get married in a different state?
Asked on Jan 15th, 2013 on Immigration - Utah
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Can someone from a different state get married in another state and submit d marriage certificate to the immigration from the state his spouse is from? I will be glad if my question is answered.
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Adebola O. Asekun
Yes, you can marry in any state in the United States. Marriages entered to in any state in United States including the Dist. of Columbia is recognized by DHS for immigration purposes. But note marriage requirements often vary from state to state (for instance, the minimum marriage age). You should therefore inquire from County Clerk's office, City Hall in the state where you intend to marry regarding specific requirements.
Answered on Jan 18th, 2013 at 4:28 PM
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It does not matter in which state you got married, so long as the marriage is legal, and all formalities are observed.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2013 at 2:15 PM
If a marriage is entered into according to the laws of a particular state or country, that marriage is deemed valid in other states and in other countries.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2013 at 2:15 PM
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Francis John Cowhig
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Anyone can get married in any state they choose so long as they qualify in the state where they get married.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 6:39 AM
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Sheppard Mullin
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In general you can marry in any state as there is no requirement that you must be a resident of that state. As long both of you show up to register the marriage, you should be fine.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 6:38 AM
The Immigration Service accepts marriage certificates from every State or country.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 6:38 AM
Robert E. West
Yes, that is not a problem and happens frequently.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 6:37 AM
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Edward D. Flint Attorney at Law
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All Immigration questions are very fact intensive, and no easy answer can be given to your question without meeting with you in person and delving into your life history and what you might be eligible to apply for from USCIS.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 6:36 AM