APPLICABLE FORMS & APPLICATIONS
Performing a One-Time Civil Marriage Ceremony
VIRGINIA STATE CODE §20-25 requires that an individual wanting to perform a wedding ceremony in Virginia must receive authorization through the Court, prior to performing the ceremony. For details and the required application, download the One-Time Civil Marriage Ceremony Authorization form.
Out-of-State Ministers
VIRGINIA STATE CODE §20-23 allows the Circuit Court to authorize ministers of any religious denomination to celebrate the rites of matrimony in the Commonwealth pursuant to the conditions set forth in the statute. For details and the required application, download the Out-of-State Ministers form (Requirements for Religious Officiants to be Authorized by the King William Circuit Court to Perform Religious Marriage Ceremonies).
Additional Information
VIRGINIA STATE CODE Title 20, Chapter 2 provides general details for marriages in the Commonwealth.