How to Legally Elope in Tennessee
So you have decided that Tennessee is your dream elopement location, but you aren’t quite sure how to legally elope in Tennessee? Maybe you’re confused by Tennessee elopement laws. Well have no fear, I’ve got all the details on how to legally elope in Tennessee right here for ya.
Read below for how to legally elope in Tennessee along with some tips and inspiration for planning your big day.
First Steps to Legally Elope in Tennessee
First thing to do is apply for a marriage license from the local County Clerk.
If you love a time saving hack, you can complete an online pre-application before coming to the office to save time. Both partners must appear together, and you both need to bring proof of date of birth (ex: birth certificate, drivers license) and proof of SSN. It’ll cost you around $100, but you can save about $60 if you complete a premarital preparation course.
In Tennessee, there is no waiting period, so you can get married right away once you obtain your marriage license! If you aren’t getting married right away, the license is valid for thirty (30) days.
Now you’re officially ready to legally elope in Tennessee! Easy!
Do We Need a Witness to Elope in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, a witness is not required for you to marry! While a witness is not required, you cannot self-officiate your marriage in Tennessee, so an officiant is required.
Who can officiate a wedding in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, marriage ceremonies can be officiated by religious officials or certain government officials (see details here). I have some amazing LGBTQ-affirming officiants to recommend if you are looking!
Finalizing Your Tennessee Elopement
To be valid, your marriage license must be returned to the county clerk where it was obtained within 3 days of being signed. Just like that, you’re married!! Now you know all you need to know about Tennessee elopement laws!
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Btw… if you don’t want to actually legally get married in Tennessee, your elopement here can always be symbolic! If you live elsewhere and travel to Tennessee for your elopement, you can always take care of the paperwork at home and enjoy your adventure to Tennessee for your symbolic elopement.
This day is all about y’all! You chose to elope so you could have a wedding that was perfect for you and your partner, as well as your loved ones who matter the most. You deserve to have a Tennessee elopement photographer who can plan and capture a day that is stress-free and uniquely you! As your Tennessee elopement photographer, I will walk you through how to elope in Tennessee, while also designing your dream Tennessee elopement and capturing an elopement day that speaks to you and your partner!
Want more inspo? Check out my list of 50+ Tennessee Elopement Ideas!
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