What is Marriage?
Marriage documents serve to establish a legal union between partners. They are used to apply for marriage licenses, register marriages, and create marriage contracts. Explore state-specific templates for West Virginia.
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West Virginia Marriage
Marriage documents help couples formalize their union. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common West Virginia Marriage documents
- Marriage License — a legal document allowing a couple to marry.
- Marriage Certificate — proof that a marriage has taken place.
- Marriage Application — a request form to obtain a marriage license.
- Marriage Affidavit — a sworn statement regarding marriage details.
- Marriage Registration Form — used to officially record a marriage.
- Marriage Contract — outlines the rights and duties of each partner.
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Form packages
West Virginia No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and Debts
Everything needed for an agreed divorce without children, all in one package.
This package includes:
- West Virginia Summons
- West Virginia Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement no children
- West Virginia Instructions for Completing Divorce Forms - Petitioner
- Instructions for Completing West Virginia Divorce Forms (Respondent)
- West Virginia Petition for Divorce - with or without children
- West Virginia Vital Statistics Form
- West Virginia Financial Disclosure Statement
- West Virginia Answer
West Virginia No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor Children
Get everything needed for an uncontested divorce with minor children in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- West Virginia Summons
- West Virginia Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Adult Children
- West Virginia Instructions for Completing Divorce Forms - Petitioner
- Instructions for Completing West Virginia Divorce Forms (Respondent)
- West Virginia Petition for Divorce - with or without children
- West Virginia Vital Statistics Form
- West Virginia Financial Disclosure Statement
- West Virginia Answer
- West Virginia Bureau for Child Support Enforcement Application and Income Withholding Form
- West Virginia Proposed Parenting Plan
- West Virginia Parenting Plan Worksheet
- West Virginia Motion to Adopt Parenting Plan
West Virginia No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and Debts
Everything needed for a no-fault divorce with adult children, all in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- West Virginia Summons
- West Virginia Marital Domestic Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Adult Children
- West Virginia Instructions for Completing Divorce Forms - Petitioner
- Instructions for Completing West Virginia Divorce Forms (Respondent)
- West Virginia Petition for Divorce - with or without children
- West Virginia Vital Statistics Form
- West Virginia Financial Disclosure Statement
- West Virginia Answer
West Virginia Wedding Planning or Consultant Package
Find everything needed for successful wedding planning in one convenient package, including multiple essential 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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West Virginia No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for Persons with No Children with or without Property and DebtsEverything needed for an agreed divorce without children, all in one package.
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West Virginia Prenuptial Premarital Agreement with Financial StatementsSecure your financial interests before marriage by outlining property rights and responsibilities.
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Postnuptial Property AgreementSecure your financial rights after marriage by clearly defining separate and joint property ownership.
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West Virginia No-Fault Agreed Uncontested Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage for people with Minor ChildrenGet everything needed for an uncontested divorce with minor children in one convenient package.
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West Virginia Premarital Agreements PackageGather all essential forms for setting up a premarital agreement, ensuring clarity and organization for your financial future.
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West Virginia Postnuptial Agreements PackageThis package provides essential forms for couples wanting to manage their assets effectively in case of divorce or death, all in one convenient option.
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West Virginia Prenuptial Premarital Agreement without Financial StatementsSecure your financial interests with a prenuptial agreement made before marriage, protecting individual assets and debts.
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West Virginia No-Fault Uncontested Agreed Divorce Package for Dissolution of Marriage with Adult Children and with or without Property and DebtsEverything needed for a no-fault divorce with adult children, all in one convenient package.
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Name Change Notification Package for Brides, Court Ordered Name Change, Divorced, MarriageNotify important parties of your name change, whether due to marriage, divorce, or court order.
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Revocation of Premarital or Prenuptial AgreementUse this agreement to formally revoke an existing premarital or prenuptial agreement, ensuring both parties' rights are recognized and respected.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Marriage License vs. Marriage Certificate — A license permits marriage, while a certificate proves it.
- Civil Marriage vs. Religious Marriage — Civil marriage is state-recognized; religious marriage follows specific faith practices.
- Marriage Application vs. Marriage License — An application requests permission to marry; a license grants it.
- Common-Law Marriage vs. Formal Marriage — Common-law marriage is established by cohabitation and intent, without formal registration.
Key legal points
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Marriage establishes legal recognition of a couple's relationship.
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Different states may have unique requirements for marriage documents.
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Marriage licenses often require notarization or witnesses in many states.
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Couples may need to provide identification and other documentation.
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Certain documents are specific to civil or religious marriages.
How to get started
Begin easily with these steps.
- Find a template or package that suits your needs.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Get full access with a subscription.
- Complete the document in the online editor.
- Export or send it: download, email, or send for e-signature.
FAQs
Yes, a marriage license is typically required to legally marry.
You can request a replacement certificate through the appropriate state office.
Marriage licenses usually have an expiration date, commonly ranging from 30 to 90 days.
Many states, including West Virginia, offer online applications for marriage licenses.
Typically, identification and proof of residency are required when applying.
Glossary
- Marriage License - A legal document authorizing a couple to marry.
- Marriage Certificate - Official record proving a marriage occurred.
- Marriage Application - Form to request a marriage license.
- Marriage Affidavit - A sworn statement regarding marriage details.
- Marriage Registration Form - Used to officially document a marriage.
- Marriage Contract - Agreement outlining rights and responsibilities of spouses.
- Common-Law Marriage - Marriage established through cohabitation without formal registration.
- Civil Marriage - Marriage recognized by the state, independent of religious practices.
- Religious Marriage - Marriage conducted according to religious beliefs.
- Marriage Affidavit - A document declaring the marriage's authenticity.