If a foreign birth certificate is presented as proof of age and the parties claim to be of age, must that document be accepted?

Each party applying for a marriage license shall present satisfactory documentary proof and shall swear to the application giving the place, date and year of their birth, full name of each applicant and residence (per Nebraska Revised Statutes Section 42-104). 

Satisfactory proof of identity includes a valid (unexpired), governmental issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID card or passport. Please contact our office at 402-441-7481 if you have questions concerning your identification papers.

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1. Are common law marriages recognized?
2. Are same-sex marriages recognized?
3. How closely related may the parties be?
4. Should a Nebraska license be issued if the couple is planning to get married in another state or country?
5. If a couple was married in another state or country, do they need to get a marriage license in Nebraska?
6. Should a license be issued if the couple is renewing wedding vows?
7. How soon can parties remarry after a divorce or annulment?
8. Is there a waiting period to remarry following the death of a spouse?
9. If a foreign birth certificate is presented as proof of age and the parties claim to be of age, must that document be accepted?
10. Must social security numbers be included on the application?
11. Must an officiant be a resident of or certified in Nebraska?
12. What do we do if we want to be married by a judge?
13. Are blood tests required for female applicants?