Perry, ME · Washington County
Intention of Marriage
This intention of marriage form records two applicants’ personal and marital information and is filed with a Maine municipality before they marry.
- 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 form collects identifying details, residences, birth information, parents’ names, and prior-marriage information for both applicants. Each applicant certifies that the information is correct and that they are free to marry under Maine law. Return the application to the municipality where each applicant resides; if neither applicant is a Maine resident, return it to any municipality. The form says the resulting license and certificate are valid only for marriages performed in Maine.
Who needs it
Two people planning to marry in Maine complete this form and return it to the appropriate municipality before their marriage license and certificate are prepared.
Why it needs a notary
Both applicants sign the certification and swear to its truth before a notary public or municipal clerk in the corresponding appearance and oath block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the intention of marriage form from the municipality and review its instructions.
- 2
Fill In Both Applicants’ Details
Clearly print all requested information, complete every item, and check the certification.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary and confirm the municipality accepts online notarization.
- 4
Sign on Video
Both applicants appear before the notary, sign the certification, and swear to its truth.
- 5
Submit to the Municipality
Return the completed application to the municipality where each applicant resides, or to any municipality if neither resides in Maine.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Perry. 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 submit the intention of marriage form?
- Complete every item, have both applicants sign and swear to the certification before a notary public or municipal clerk, then return it to the appropriate Maine municipality.
- Do I need a notary for this form?
- The form includes an oath before a notary public or municipal clerk, with separate signature blocks for both applicants. Ask the municipality whether it accepts an online notarization.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Maine law, 4 M.R.S. §1915, authorizes remote notarial acts by a commissioned online notary, effective July 1, 2023. Confirm the municipality’s submission requirements before signing.
- Where should I return the completed application?
- Return it to the municipality where each applicant resides. If neither applicant is a Maine resident, the form instructs you to return it to any municipality. Confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.