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Marriage documents formalize the union between partners and are necessary for legal recognition. Explore our state-specific templates to simplify the process.
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Michigan Marriage
Marriage documents are essential for legalizing unions in Michigan. Our attorney-drafted templates are fast and easy to complete.
Common Michigan Marriage documents
- Marriage License — required to legally marry in Michigan.
- Marriage Certificate — official proof of marriage after the ceremony.
- Marriage Registration Form — submits marriage details to the state.
- Marriage Application — initiates the process for obtaining a marriage license.
- Marriage Affidavit — declaration confirming marriage details, often required for documentation.
Marriage forms by State
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- 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
Michigan No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and Debts
Get all the necessary forms for a no-children divorce in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Michigan Complaint for Divorce for People with No Children
- Michigan Answer
- Michigan Property Settlement Agreement - No Children
- Michigan Judgment of Divorce for People with No Children
- Michigan Record of Divorce or Annulment
- Michigan Notice of Hearing
- Michigan Notice of Entry
- Michigan Verified Statement and Application for IV-D Services
- Michigan Summons and Complaint
Michigan No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor Children
Get everything needed for a divorce involving minor children in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Michigan Complaint for Divorce with Minor Children
- Michigan Judgment of Divorce - With Minor Children
- Michigan Answer
- Michigan Record of Divorce or Annulment
- Michigan Notice of Hearing
- Michigan Notice of Entry
- Michigan Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts where Divorce Action Filed
- Michigan Employer's Disclosure of Health Insurance and/or Income Information
- Michigan Employment Status Disclosure
- Michigan Verified Statement and Application for IV-D Services
- Michigan Child Care Verification
- Michigan Summons and Complaint
Michigan No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and Debts
Everything needed for a divorce without children, all in one package.
This package includes:
- Michigan Complaint for Divorce for People with Adult Children
- Michigan Answer
- Michigan Marital Settlement Agreement with Adult Children
- Michigan Judgment of Divorce for People with Adult Children
- Michigan Record of Divorce or Annulment
- Michigan Notice of Hearing
- Michigan Notice of Entry
- Michigan Verified Statement and Application for IV-D Services
- Michigan Summons and Complaint
Michigan Wedding Planning or Consultant Package
Streamline your wedding planning with multiple essential legal forms conveniently collected in one package.
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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Michigan No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and DebtsGet all the necessary forms for a no-children divorce in one convenient package.
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Michigan Prenuptial Premarital Agreement with Financial StatementsProtect your assets and clarify financial obligations before marriage with this essential legal agreement.
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Postnuptial Property AgreementProtect your financial interests and clarify property rights during marriage with a binding agreement.
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Michigan No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor ChildrenGet everything needed for a divorce involving minor children in one convenient package.
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Michigan Premarital Agreements PackageAccess everything needed to secure your assets in case of divorce or death, all in one convenient package.
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Michigan Postnuptial Agreements PackageGet everything you need for organizing asset disposition in one place with this easy-to-use legal form package.
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Michigan Prenuptial Premarital Agreement without Financial StatementsProtect your separate assets with an agreement that clarifies property rights before marriage.
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Michigan No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and DebtsEverything needed for a divorce without children, all in one package.
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Name Change Notification Package for Brides, Court Ordered Name Change, Divorced, MarriageEasily notify key organizations of your name change following marriage, divorce, or court order with this comprehensive package.
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Revocation of Premarital or Prenuptial AgreementIf you need to cancel a previous premarital agreement, this form outlines the revocation process and protects both parties' rights.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Marriage License vs. Marriage Certificate — License is needed before marriage; Certificate is issued after.
- Civil Marriage vs. Religious Marriage — Civil marriage is state-recognized, while religious marriage is conducted by a faith leader.
- Marriage Contract vs. Prenuptial Agreement — Contract outlines terms during marriage; Prenuptial Agreement specifies terms before marriage.
- Common-Law Marriage vs. Traditional Marriage — Common-law requires cohabitation without formal license; Traditional marriage requires a ceremony and license.
Key legal points
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Marriage licenses typically have a validity period and expire if not used.
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Both parties often need to appear in person to apply for a marriage license.
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Documents may require notarization or witnesses for validity.
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Marriage certificates are usually filed with the state after the ceremony.
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Some couples may choose prenuptial agreements to outline financial arrangements.
How to get started
Begin your journey with these straightforward steps.
- Find a template or package that fits your situation.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Get full access with a subscription.
- Complete it in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature (Premium).
FAQs
Yes, a marriage license is required to legally marry in Michigan.
In Michigan, a marriage license is typically valid for 33 days.
You can request a replacement marriage certificate from the state office.
Yes, but you still need to obtain a marriage license.
Yes, Michigan law requires at least two witnesses for the ceremony.
Glossary
- Marriage License - A legal document permitting two people to marry.
- Marriage Certificate - An official record confirming a marriage took place.
- Marriage Application - Form submitted to request a marriage license.
- Prenuptial Agreement - A contract detailing financial arrangements before marriage.
- Marriage Affidavit - A sworn statement regarding specific marriage details.
- Civil Marriage - Marriage recognized by the state without religious affiliation.
- Religious Marriage - Marriage conducted under the auspices of a religious organization.
- Common-Law Marriage - A union recognized without a formal marriage license.
- Marriage Registration Form - Document used to report marriage details to the state.
- Marriage Record - A file containing details of a marriage for official use.