According to Las Vegas Weddings expert Carlyne Graves, when the arrows of Cupid find their mark, more and more of the time they land in Las Vegas, the official wedding capital of the world.  The Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce estimates that each year more than 100,000 couples exchange vows in "Sin City."  As a result, a cottage industry has developed: Las Vegas wedding services. Elvis, Joan Collins, Michael Jordan, Clint Eastwood, Bette Midler, and hundreds of other celebrities have chosen Las Vegas to tie the knot. And more and more non-celebrities are joining them.

No city in the world is better equipped to help make wedding dreams come true and create a memorable nuptial experience than Las Vegas.  As of 2006, there are some three-dozen wedding chapels that offer packages to suit every budget and desire.  You can go the no-frills route for as little as $75 or, literally sky's the limit.  You can get married in the air on a helicopter!

And the better wedding services offer all the extras you would ever need at your fingertips, like bridal and formal wear stores, limousine services, photographers, entertainers, caterers, banquet facilities, bakeries, florists, jewelers and more.

The key is to choose an experienced wedding professional or wedding consultants to ensure your big day goes as planned.  Perhaps the best part about Las Vegas weddings is that when the ceremony is over, a fabulous honeymoon is waiting for you right outside the chapel doors!

Here are some important tips to know before you go:

1. No blood tests are required in Nevada.

2. There's no waiting period.

3. The marriage license fee $55 (Cash Only).  In order to have a legal marriage, a ceremony must be performed in the State of Nevada within one year from date of issuance of the marriage license by any person licensed or authorized to perform ceremonies in Nevada.

4. Both Parties must be present at the Marriage License Bureau, 1st Floor, 200 S. Third Street, Las Vegas. NV  89155-1603  Phone: 702-455-4415

5. Courthouse hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - Midnight and Friday 8 a.m. - Continuous until Sunday Midnight. Holidays Open 24 hours.  Hours for civil marriages are 8a-10p daily, including weekends and holidays.

6. Adults 18 and older do not need consent, proof of age is required

7. Persons 16-17 years old must have either parent present at the time license is issued or a notarized affidavit

8. Persons under age 16 must have both parent consent and authorization from Nevada District Court

9. One witness other than the individual performing the ceremony is required

10. If previously divorced, marriage applicants are required to know the Month/Day/Year/City and State of their divorce. The divorce must be final and filed with the courts in the state or country granted. You are not required to bring the divorce decree.

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