Affidavit of Marriage

When you get married, the court or religious institution issues a marriage certificate serving as an evidentiary document that you are married. Before that, you will first procure a marriage license.

If you ever misplace or lose your marriage certificate, you can swear to an Affidavit of Marriage for use as proof.

What Is an Affidavit of Marriage?

If you have been married for a long while, your marriage certificate may become the last thing on your mind. If you and your spouse have to prove your legal union, you can use an affidavit. Just remember both you and your spouse have to be present to verify its validity.

Other Names for Affidavit of Marriage

Depending on your state, an Affidavit of Marriage may also be known as:

• Marriage Affidavit

• Marriage Affidavit Certificate

• Sworn Affidavit for Marriage

• Joint Affidavit of Marriage

• Affidavit of Marriage Relationship

Who Needs an Affidavit of Marriage

Besides a misplaced marriage certificate, it is also common for couples in a common-law marriage to use an Affidavit of Marriage as proof.

Why Use Swyft Forms for Your Affidavit of Marriage

Customized for you, by you

Create your own documents by answering our easy-to-understand questionnaires to get exactly what you need from your Affidavit of Marriage.

Specific to Your Jurisdiction

Laws vary by location. Each document on Swyft Forms is customized for your state.

How to Create an Affidavit of Marriage with Swyft Forms

Your Affidavit of Marriage is a legal document attesting to your union. Improper execution may result in perjury offenses. Rather than hacking it on your own, you can rely on Swyft Forms to create one that passes legal muster.

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What Information Will I Need to Create My Affidavit of Marriage

To create your document, please provide:

• Names of both spouses: The legal name and the date and place of birth of both spouses.

• Other personal details: The contact information, employment details, and additional relevant information.

• Date of marriage: The date of the marriage or the best of your recollection.

• Place of marriage: The location where the marriage certificate was signed.

• Current residence: The address of your home (both addresses if living separately.)

• Signatures: Both spouses will have to sign the Affidavit of Marriage at the same time.

Affidavit of Marriage Terms

• Marriage license: A government-issued permit for the marriage

• Marriage certificate: A document testifying that two people are legally married

• Affidavit: A sworn written statement under oath

• Sworn oath: A statement made in a court where the person has pledged to its truth

Affidavit of Marriage Signing Requirement

Before signing your Affidavit of Marriage, make sure all the information entered is correct. If everything is accurate, you and your spouse sign the affidavit together and in the presence of a notary public. This is mandatory to constitute an affidavit.

What to Do with Your Affidavit of Marriage

After getting your Affidavit of Marriage notarized, you might have to file it with a court, though this is usually only the case if the affidavit is needed in a court proceeding in the first place. It is essential to make sure you do so by the date ordered by the court.