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Alaska Marriage
Marriage documents in Alaska help formalize unions. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Alaska Marriage documents
- Marriage License — the official permission to marry.
- Marriage Certificate — a formal record of the marriage.
- Marriage Application — the form submitted to obtain a marriage license.
- Marriage Affidavit — a sworn statement regarding the marriage.
- Marriage Registration Form — documentation for formally registering the marriage.
Marriage forms by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Form packages
Alaska No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and Debts
This package provides everything needed for a divorce without children, including multiple related legal forms and instructions for a smooth process.
This package includes:
- Alaska Request to Waive Appearance at Hearing
- Alaska Information Sheet, DR-314
- Alaska Mediation Information
- Alaska Instructions for Dissolution of Marriage for Spouses Filing Together When There are No Minor Children
- Alaska Petition for Dissolution of Marriage No Children or Adult Children
Alaska No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor Children
This package provides everything needed for a divorce with minor children, including multiple legal forms for a smoother process.
This package includes:
- Alaska Request to Waive Appearance at Hearing
- Alaska Shared Custody Support Calculation, DR-306
- Alaska Information Sheet, DR-314
- Alaska Application for Services of Child Support Services Division, DR-315
- Alaska Information About CSSD, DR-316
- Alaska Mediation Information
- Alaska Instructions for Dissolution of Marriage for Spouses Filing Together With Minor Children
- Alaska Parenting Agreement
- Alaska Order on Child Support, DR-300
- Alaska Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Children (All locations other than Fairbanks)
Alaska No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and Debts
Find everything needed for a straightforward divorce in one package, including multiple related legal forms.
This package includes:
- Alaska Petition for Dissolution of Marriage No Children or Adult Children
- Alaska Request to Waive Appearance at Hearing
- Alaska Information Sheet, DR-314
- Alaska Mediation Information
- Alaska Instructions for Dissolution of Marriage for Spouses Filing Together When There are No Minor Children
Alaska Wedding Planning or Consultant Package
Get everything needed for seamless wedding planning in one convenient package, including multiple related legal forms.
This package includes:
- Sample Letter for Cancellation of Wedding
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Caterer - Consultant
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Specialty Vendor
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Florist
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Limo Service
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Videographer
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Band
- Sample Letter from Wedding Planner or Consultant to Photographer
- Wedding Planner or Consultant Services Contract - Self-Employed
- Self-Employed Wedding Entertainment Services Contract
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Alaska No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and DebtsThis package provides everything needed for a divorce without children, including multiple related legal forms and instructions for a smooth process.
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Alaska Prenuptial Premarital Agreement with Financial StatementsEstablish clear financial rights before marriage, protecting separate property and outlining obligations for both partners.
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Postnuptial Property AgreementCreate a legally binding agreement about asset ownership during marriage, addressing financial responsibilities and property rights.
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Alaska No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor ChildrenThis package provides everything needed for a divorce with minor children, including multiple legal forms for a smoother process.
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Alaska Premarital Agreements PackageFind peace of mind with everything needed for premarital planning, all in one convenient package.
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Alaska Postnuptial Agreements PackageGet everything you need for asset organization after marriage in one convenient package, ensuring clarity and peace of mind.
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Alaska Prenuptial Premarital Agreement without Financial StatementsProtect individual assets before marriage with this agreement, ensuring both partners understand their rights and responsibilities.
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Alaska No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and DebtsFind everything needed for a straightforward divorce in one package, including multiple related legal forms.
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Name Change Notification Package for Brides, Court Ordered Name Change, Divorced, MarriageNotify key organizations and authorities after your name change due to marriage, divorce, or court order.
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Revocation of Premarital or Prenuptial AgreementRevoking a premarital agreement helps clarify rights and obligations, ensuring both partners can establish new terms or pursue different arrangements.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Marriage License vs. Marriage Certificate — A license permits marriage; a certificate proves it.
- Marriage Application vs. Marriage License — An application is submitted to receive a license.
- Marriage Affidavit vs. Marriage Certificate — An affidavit is a statement; a certificate is a record.
- Civil Marriage vs. Religious Marriage — Civil marriage is state-recognized; religious marriage may follow specific faith guidelines.
Key legal points
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Marriage licenses typically require both parties to apply together.
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Many marriage documents need notarization or witnesses.
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Marriage certificates are often issued after the ceremony.
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Different states may have varying requirements for marriage licenses.
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Common-law marriage may not be recognized in all states.
How to get started
Begin your marriage process with these simple steps.
- Locate a template or package that suits your situation.
- Check the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Access full features with a subscription.
- Fill it out using the online editor.
- Export or send your document via download, email, or mail.
FAQs
You typically need identification and possibly a fee, depending on the state.
Validity varies by state, often ranging from 30 to 90 days.
A marriage license is generally required to legally marry in most states.
You can usually request a replacement from the vital records office.
Many states require witnesses during the ceremony for the marriage to be valid.
Glossary
- Marriage License - A legal document granting permission to marry.
- Marriage Certificate - An official record of a marriage.
- Marriage Application - Form to request a marriage license.
- Marriage Affidavit - A sworn statement regarding a marriage.
- Marriage Registration - The process of recording a marriage with the state.
- Common-Law Marriage - A union recognized without formal registration.
- Civil Marriage - A marriage conducted by a government official.
- Religious Marriage - A marriage ceremony conducted within a religious context.
- Marriage Packet - A collection of documents related to marriage.
- Marriage Filing Forms - Documents required to file a marriage with the state.