Hartland, ME · Somerset County
Intention of Marriage Application
This three-page application records two parties’ information and certifications for 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
The Intention of Marriage Application asks both parties for personal, residence, and prior-marriage details, and each certifies that the information is correct and they are free to marry. File the completed form with the municipality where at least one party resides, or with the State Registrar; if neither party is a Maine resident, it may be filed in any municipality or with the State Registrar. The form says a marriage license may be issued after intentions are filed.
Who needs it
Both people planning to marry in Maine must complete this application and file it with an eligible municipality or the State Registrar before a marriage license can be issued.
Why it needs a notary
Each party signs their certification before a notary public or filing official, who completes the form’s oath block confirming the party appeared and swore to the statement.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Intention of Marriage Application and review its instructions and required information.
- 2
Complete Both Parties’ Sections
Type or clearly print in black ink, complete each item, and check the applicable boxes.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for each party who must sign.
- 4
Sign and Take the Oath
Each party signs their certification during the video session and takes the oath in the form’s notary block.
- 5
Submit the Application
File the completed intentions with an eligible municipality or the State Registrar of Vital Statistics.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hartland. 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 get my marriage intentions application notarized online?
- Complete the form, then book a commissioned online notary. Each party must sign their certification in the notary’s presence and take the oath shown on the form.
- Do I need both parties to sign before the notary?
- Yes. The application has a separate certification and oath block for Party A and Party B. Each party should sign before a notary public or filing official.
- Where do I file the completed application?
- The form says to file it with the municipality where at least one party resides or the State Registrar of Vital Statistics. If neither party is a Maine resident, file in any municipality or with the Registrar.
- Can I use an online notary for this application?
- Maine law provides for remote notarization by a commissioned online notary. 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.