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    Is it expensive to get married in Hawaii?
    Karen Brown
    Karen Brown
    Wedding & Event Planner
    Karen Brown is the Founder and Creative Director of Karen Brown New York, a full service event planning company. Karen has planned hundreds of successful weddings, corporate parties, award ceremonies, product launches, galas, and fundraisers over the past decade throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
    Karen Brown
    Wedding & Event Planner
    Expert Answer
    It can be, but keeping your guest list small can help you keep your costs down.
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    Where is the cheapest place to get married in Hawaii?
    Karen Brown
    Karen Brown
    Wedding & Event Planner
    Karen Brown is the Founder and Creative Director of Karen Brown New York, a full service event planning company. Karen has planned hundreds of successful weddings, corporate parties, award ceremonies, product launches, galas, and fundraisers over the past decade throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
    Karen Brown
    Wedding & Event Planner
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    You can find large house rentals for indoor and outdoor weddings on Airbnb and VRBO.
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    Where is the best place in Hawaii to get married?
    Alison Hotchkiss
    Alison Hotchkiss
    Event Planner
    Alison Hotchkiss is an Event Planner and the Founder of Alison Events Planning, Design, and Travel based in Sausalito, California. With over 21 years of experience, she specializes in planning luxury travel for clients in both the honeymoon and leisure travel sectors. Alison Events Planning, Design, and Travel was named as one of Vogue’s best wedding planners around the world and is at the top of the list of wedding planners for Goop, Brides, and Martha Stewart Weddings. Alison received a Bachelors degree from Colorado State University.
    Alison Hotchkiss
    Event Planner
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    Oahu island is great! It's easy to get to from different cities around the world—plus, it has a lot of amenities. Haiku Mill and Olowalu Plantation are both beautiful venues to consider if you're getting married in Maui.
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    Do I need a witness for the marriage?
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    Community Answer
    No, you don't need one. Having a witness is a tradition, but not necessary. The officiant also serves as a witness.
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    How do I get married in Hawaii if I am a foreigner?
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    Community Answer
    Apply for the license just as the article outlines. There are no residency or citizenship requirements.
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    If two US citizens are married in Hawaii, is it recognized in the rest of the United States?
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    Community Answer
    Yes. Hawaii is a part of the United States. They just need a Hawaii marriage license from the city or town in which they're getting married.
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    Is there a waiting period for a marriage application in Hawaii?
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    Community Answer
    No. Once you apply and receive your license, you may get married anytime within 30 days.
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    We were recently married. Our Minister fell very ill and now cannot process our certificate. How can we get our certificate processed right now?
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    Community Answer
    Ask your minister to submit the unfinished certificate to City Hall, and then your City Hall will find someone to help you out.
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    How do I get married in Hawaii with no guests?
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    Community Answer
    You can go to Hawaii and get married like this article suggests. Just don't invite anyone.
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    Can I use my passport if I don't have my birth certificate?
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    Community Answer
    Yes, if you are 19 or above. If you are under 19 years old, you must have a birth certificate.
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    Do you have to show proof of divorce for all marriages, or just the last one?
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    Community Answer
    Only the last one, since you cant get married if you do not have the previous one terminated.
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    I've been divorced over 20 years. Do I still need a divorce decree? I'm not sure I have it.
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    Community Answer
    Call the courthouse you were divorced at and they can mail you a certified copy usually for around $15.00.
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    Can I have a judge marry me on the same day that I pick up the license?
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    As soon as you have the license, you are able to get married. If you can arrange a ceremony this fast, then go ahead.
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