Marriage license information for getting married on the Big Island of Hawaii is as follows: Application to marry must be filed with a marriage license agent in the state of Hawaii. Both parties to the marriage must appear in person before the marriage license agent. Proxies are not allowed. Applications may not be mailed in to the agent. Appointments are no longer required with the Hawaii State Governor's Office to obtain a marriage license. Offices are located in Kailua-Kona and Hilo. They issue licenses Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8:30-11:30 AM; and 1:15-3:00PM. Licensing agents recommend that you fill out the application ahead of time to save time during your appointment.

 You can go to http://www.hawaii.gov/health/vital-records/pdf/marriagelicense.pdf to download the marriage license application. You can now fill it out on line and then print it out to take to your marriage license agent at the time of your appointment. Your signatures must be witnessed by the licensing agent at the time of your appointment.

The marriage license is good for 30 days from and including the date of issuance. The license can be used only in the State of Hawaii and it is valid throughout the state. The fee for a license is $60 cash and payable to the State of Hawaii at the time of filing the application. Photo I.D. is required. If you have been married before, you must know the month and year your divorce was final. If your divorce was final within the past year, you must present proof of divorce. There are no residence, citizenship or blood test requirements.

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"I used to think that love was only real in the movies and that I enjoyed being alone. I used to think that I was too independent, that I didn't need anyone because I was so strong. But after meeting you, I realize that my attitude towards love was merely a cover-up of my disappointment with relationships. I put on a strong, non-caring front so no one would know how I felt. But after meeting you, I could no longer pretend. My feelings became transparent and now I want to tell the world something I always knew but was afraid to admit; that love is the most important feeling one can have and I want to thank you for causing me to be honest with myself and others. I love you."

      ~ Susan Polis Schultz

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Romance Tip #1:   Surprise your bride with marriage license information and a marriage license application for Hawaii laid on top of her pillow as a clue on a treasure hunt that leads to your proposal and getting married on the Big Island of Hawaii. Then, your wedding coordinator at Romantic Beach Weddings will schedule the marriage license appointment for you.

Romance Tip #2:  Come home earlier than you said you would and spend the extra time just hugging and talking to your love.

Romance Tip #3:  Summon your partner by saying, "Hey Gorgeous."

Romance Tip #4:  Carry a beautiful, lacy handkerchief in your pocket at your ceremony to dab your bride's eyes when she cries at your wedding.