Albion, ME · Kennebec County
Marriage Intentions Application
This three-page Maine marriage intentions application collects information and sworn certifications from both people planning to marry before they file it to obtain a marriage license.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Both parties complete and sign their sections, certifying that the information is correct and that they are free to marry under Maine law. File the completed application with the municipality where at least one party resides, or with the State Registrar of Vital Statistics; if neither party is a Maine resident, it may be filed in any municipality or with the State Registrar. The form instructions list additional documents that may be required in specific circumstances.
Who needs it
Both people planning to marry in Maine complete this application and file it with an eligible municipality or the State Registrar before a marriage license may be issued.
Why it needs a notary
Each party signs their certification after personally appearing and swearing to its truth before a notary public or filing official; the form says not to use a notary seal, embosser, or stamp.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the VS2-A Marriage Intentions application and review its instructions and any applicable supporting-document requirements.
- 2
Complete Both Sections
Type or clearly print in black ink, complete every item for both parties, and check the applicable boxes.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for each party who needs to swear to their certification.
- 4
Sign on Video
Each party personally appears, takes the oath, and signs their certification during the notarial session.
- 5
Submit the Application
Return the completed intentions to an eligible municipality or the State Registrar of Vital Statistics.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Albion. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I file the marriage intentions application?
- Complete both parties’ sections, sign each certification before a notary public or filing official, and return the application to an eligible municipality or the State Registrar of Vital Statistics.
- Do I need a notary for this form?
- The form requires each party to personally appear and swear to the truth of their certification before a notary public or filing official. It instructs notaries not to use a seal, embosser, or stamp.
- Can I sign this application with an online notary?
- Maine law, 4 M.R.S. §1915, authorizes remote notarization by a commissioned online notary, subject to its exceptions. Confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.
- Where can the completed application be filed?
- File it in the municipality where at least one party resides or with the State Registrar of Vital Statistics. If neither party is a Maine resident, the instructions allow filing in any municipality or with the State Registrar.
Marriage Intentions Application in other Kennebec County cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.