Can we get married without our parents present?

Is it just more important to have 2 witnesses?


Both me and my fiance have a bad relationship with our parents because they keep trying to split us up after they introduced use to each other.Can we get married without our parents present?
You can have any witnesses.Can we get married without our parents present?
Yeah You could get married without your parents present. As long as you are over 18 yrs of age and as long as you have 2 witnesses present.
If you are of age, all you need are 2 witnesses.
age ?
if ur over 18, i don't see the problem
You don't ';have'; to have any relatives present if you are of legal age...just the required number of witnesses, and they can be total strangers.
As long as you are old enough
If either of you are under 18, you must have your parents present (unless you are emancipated). Otherwise, you can have any two people be your signed witnesses.
If your both over 18 [16 in Scotland ] But take your time don't rush into marriage.
You really only need two witnesses, legally. It's a cultural thing to use your parents/family as your witnesses.


Legally, only two names of your choosing have to be on that paper as your witness.
Nope, only need a certain number of witnesses. Your life, your day, you decide who you want and dont want there
you dont need parents there.





if you get a civil wedding at a courthouse, all you need is the 2 of you, no witness needed, a courthouse employee can stand in.
Yes you can if you're over the age of 18.
Wow, that sucks. You should have your marriage represent who you will allow into your home after you are married. It should also show people that you are taking the ideas that some people (including parents) and taking what you believe to be the best decision. At the same time, be sure that you let people know that you are not trying to disrespect your parents by getting married.
you only need 2 witnesses.





good luck for a bright future :)
I did it. I knew my mother didn't really care for my husband (I actually knew a lot of people had 'their opinions') - This was both of our 2nd marriages anyway. My first marriage was done at Justice of the Peace.





This marriage was done by an acutal Pastor at our church. We had counseling before we actually went through with everything, and that was good enough for me/us.





At the time, my son was away in another state, with my mother. We had a marriage not a ';wedding ceremony.'; Neither HIS mother nor MY mother was there. Both my parents live out of state anyway. His mother and family are all in state though.





Anyway we had my 2 best friends there (only because they insisted on being there). I didn't need any1 there, but me, him and the Pastor to be honest.





One of my best friends brought her husband, and also my husband's brother and his wife came. They all signed at different times as witnesses.





Of course I am 38 and my hubby is 45. Absoulutely no regrets. We have been together for 3 years now. Eventually we ';may'; renew our wedding vows - and make it more of a ';wedding ceremony'; the 2nd time around.





But if not - no biggie - I am perfectly fine. Keep in mind though, we are adults and indepdendent (have our own house, own vehicle, don't need parents to take care of us in any way).





Whatever you all decide to do - GOOD LUCK. I can say it worked just fine for us. After the marriage, we all went out to a restaurant and got drinks and ate. We had cake at our house and danced.
if you are over 18 you do not need your parents consent, al you need is two witnesses. I hope you have a great wedding (:
2 witnesses is all you need :)





good luck
Yes you can get married without your parents there. I got married in the state of Fl and I didn't even need any extra witnesses besides the person who did the marrying.
PEOPLE DOES THAT ALL THE TIME FIND SOMEONE THAT YOU'RE CLOSE WITH
If you are over 18 yrs. then yes. 16 or 17 you need your parents permission, not necessarily them to attend. speak to your registrar.





under 16 you can't get married.





try talking to each set of parents individual child to parent, as a couple individually to each set of parents and all 6 of you together. When they see you mean to do it anyway they may come round and accept that you will marry rather than lose you. It must be worth a try at least you'lll know you'vee done everything you can to resolve the situation. Make it clear that it's your day and if they don't respect that than don't come if there is trouble they will be asked to leave.
yeah as long as your over 18


good luck
If you are over the legal age limit where you are there is no problem. But think about it - This is not something you want to rush into... Or something you want to do just to prove your parents wrong.





Stu


xxx
Marriage doesnt officially require parents, no. There are probably many couples out there whose parents do not approve of the marriage but they do it anyway.
All You need is a bride, a groom and a preacher and you can be married.
My husband and I have been married almost 10 years now, because of time constraint circumstances we got married just him and I in a Chappel no parents! If you don't invite one set of parents you shouldn't invite the other to save you the grief! best of luck, Love and God is all you need present in your wedding:)
yes if your over eighteen
If you are both 18 or over, you can do whatever you want. It is sad that the parents won't be there, but eventually they'll come around. You'll see. Good Luck.
You can get married without your parents present. The only stipulation would be if you are under the age of 18, they still don't have to be present they would just need to sign for consent. There has to be 2 witnesses though
your going to regret it..