According to Maine.gov, a Maine Marriage License for weddings taking place in the State of Maine are issued at the city/town level. Couples must apply in person at the town office. For destination wedding couples where neither of you are Maine residents, you can apply for your marriage certificate in any Maine town (it does not need to be the same town where your wedding will take place). If one member of the couple is a Maine resident, then you should apply in the town where one holds residency. More details, including documentation required to apply and filing instructions, can be found on the Maine.gov website.

If you’re looking for the perfect backdrop for your wedding ceremony, the Greater Portland Region has many options for beach weddings and unique outdoor spaces to tie the knot. Whether you dream of saying “I do” in front of a historic Maine lighthouse, beneath blue skies in an open park setting, a coastal wedding venue with your toes buried in the sand, an island wedding in Casco Bay, or in front of a majestic mountain – just tell us what your vision is, and we can help make it a reality!

If the first item on your wedding checklist is a cheap venue, we’ve got you covered! Great deals can be found during every season when you book your destination wedding in Maine. Have you considered a winter wedding? Despite our gorgeous summers, winter is one of the best times to visit Maine! Bargains can also be found by embracing non-traditional days of the week, perhaps a #weddingwednesday is in your future? Let us know what you are looking for in your inexpensive venue, and we will connect you with some great options to choose from!