Embden, ME · Somerset County
Intention of Marriage Application
The Intention of Marriage Application records personal and prior-marriage information for two applicants seeking a Maine marriage license, and is filed with a municipality or the State Registrar of Vital Statistics.
- 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 certify their information, including residence, marital history, and proposed marriage date. The form instructions say to file it with the municipality where at least one party resides, or with the State Registrar; if neither party is a Maine resident, they may file in any municipality or with the State Registrar. Once filed, a marriage license may be issued and is valid for 90 days.
Who needs it
Two people intending to marry in Maine complete this application and file it with an eligible municipality or the State Registrar to obtain a marriage license.
Why it needs a notary
Each party signs a certification stating the information is correct and they are free to marry, then makes an oath before a notary public or filing official.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Intention of Marriage Application (VS2-A) and review its instructions and required information.
- 2
Complete Both Parties’ Sections
Type or clearly print in black ink, complete every item, and check the applicable boxes.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization and confirm with the filing municipality or State Registrar that it accepts remote notarization.
- 4
Sign During the Video Session
Each party makes the stated oath and signs their certification before the notary.
- 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 Embden. 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 complete the notarized parts of this application?
- Complete the application, then each party makes the required oath and signs the certification before a notary public or filing official. The form says not to use a notary seal, embosser, or stamp.
- Do I need both applicants to appear before the notary?
- The form has a separate certification and oath for Party A and Party B, and says each party must sign in the presence of a notary public, municipal clerk, or State Registrar.
- Can a commissioned online notary notarize this form remotely?
- Maine law allows its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under 4 M.R.S. §1915. Check with the filing municipality or State Registrar before booking to confirm it will accept a remotely notarized application.
- Where should I file the completed application?
- The form says to file it with the municipality where at least one party resides or with the State Registrar of Vital Statistics. If neither party is a Maine resident, either may file in any municipality or with the Registrar; confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.
Intention of Marriage Application in other Maine cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.