Legality of Proxy Marriages

Four states in the United States allow proxy marriages.  California, Colorado, Texas, and Montana. California’s proxy marriage is limited to members of the armed forces who are deployed for conflicts or war. 

California, Colorado, and Texas require that one of parties must appear before the civil authorities.  Montana is the only state that allows a Double Proxy marriage where neither party has to appear before the civil authorities.  For the Montana Marriage Code click on this link: http://data.opi.state.mt.us/bills/mca/40/1/40-1-301.htm

History of Double Proxy Marriages in Montana

The double proxy marriage law goes back to the 1860's when Montana was still a territory. Young men poured into the mining district around Butte hoping to make their fortunes. Montana enacted the double proxy law to enable these men to marry their out of state fiancees. This law has remained on the book since that time.

Recognition of Proxy Marriages

A legal USA proxy marriage is recognized by every state except Iowa if it took place in a state where proxy marriages are legal. A legal proxy marriage is recognized by all branches of the Military.

According to US immigration law a legal proxy marriage is accepted if it is subsequently consummated.

A party of an unconsummated proxy marriage may enjoy immigration benefit as a fiancé if the opposite party is a US citizen, such as applying for a K-1 fiancé Visa.

The best way to get started is to call our office toll free at: 1-877-482-2406.  Sam or Barbara will discuss your particular situation and then guide you through the entire process.

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