Officiant
The person who leads the ceremony: priest, pastor, rabbi, judge or a ordained friend.
- Typical Houston price
- $150 to $600 for the ceremony
- Book ahead
- 3 to 6 months
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What to expect
- How it works
- Meets the couple, may lead a rehearsal, performs the ceremony and signs the license.
- How much to plan
- One per ceremony.
- Spanish and English service is common
Styles to choose from
Religious clergy
Through a church or synagogue.
Non-denominational officiant
Personal ceremonies.
Bilingual officiant
Spanish and English.
Vow renewal
Anniversaries.
How to book it
Book ahead3 to 6 months
What we'll ask you
Your request asks a few quick things, so vendors can price it right:
- Which officiant styles interest you?Religious clergy, Non-denominational officiant, Bilingual officiant, Vow renewal
- What language should they work in?Spanish, English, Both
- What kind of ceremony?Religious, Non-religious, Interfaith, Vow renewal
Houston notes
- Texas marriage licenses come from the county clerk and carry a 72-hour waiting period with some exceptions (Texas Family Code ch. 2).
Great for
Pairs well with
Hosts often book these alongside it.
Cheaper alternatives
Close to the same idea, for less.
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