Question 1

What’s the Process for Getting a Marriage License?

Accepted Answer

We don’t issue marriage licenses, but here’s how you can get one: For Marion County residents, start by completing an online application and attending your appointment (in-person or virtual). Bring a valid Indiana marriage license and photo ID for us to sign. If you’re from another Indiana county, get your license in your home county—it’s valid anywhere in Indiana. Out-of-state visitors marrying in Marion County can apply at the Marion County Clerk’s Office. Remember, a marriage license is valid for 60 days, and you can marry the same day it’s issued. Be sure to return your signed license within 30 days to make it official. For the latest updates, visit the Marion County Clerk’s Office website.

Question 2

How Do I Book My Wedding at Diamond Wedding Chapel?

Accepted Answer

Booking your wedding with us is easy! Just click the “Request to Book” button under your chosen package and fill out the form with your preferred date and wedding details. We’ll check availability and confirm your date and officiant. Once confirmed, you’ll receive a proposal/service agreement to review and sign. After signing, we’ll send you an invoice for payment. Your date is officially reserved once payment is received!

Question 3

Can a Family Member or Cultural Leader Perform Our Ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! You’re welcome to have someone from your family, culture, or religion lead your wedding ceremony. They don’t need to be a minister or licensed officiant. Our chapel officiant will still sign your marriage license to ensure your marriage is legal in the State of Indiana. It’s a wonderful way to make your ceremony feel personal and meaningful while we handle the legalities.

Question 4

What is the Payment and Deposit Policy?

Accepted Answer

**Ruby Package:**
- All payments, including add-ons, are non-refundable and due at booking.
- Your date is secured once payment is received.

**Emerald & Diamond Packages:**
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% of your total invoice is required at booking.
- The final non-refundable payment is due 60 days after your initial payment.
- If your ceremony is within 90 days, the full amount is due at booking.
- All payments are final and non-refundable.

**Damage Deposit:**
- A refundable $100 damage deposit is required for the Emerald and Diamond packages.
- It will be returned if no damages occur during your time at Diamond Wedding Chapel.

Question 5

Wedding Ceremony Details

Accepted Answer

We offer pre-written wedding vows that include:
Introduction
Declaration
Vow exchange (“repeat after me”)
Ring exchange
Pronouncement
You can also:
Say your own personal vows
Choose a civil (non-religious) or religious ceremony

Civil (non-religious): No mention of God in your vows
Religious: Includes mention of God in your vows

For the Emerald and Diamond packages, you can add a special ceremony, like a unity candle or sand ceremony.

Ceremony Timing:
A typical ceremony is about 10 minutes long.
The rest of the time is for photos and socializing.

Marriage License:
The Officiant will complete your marriage license before the ceremony.
You can sign together or separately if you don’t want to see each other before the ceremony.
Return your signed marriage license within 30 days after your wedding to make it legal.

Officiant Info:
Every package comes with an Officiant.
You may bring your own Officiant at no extra cost. They will be responsible for signing your marriage license and for the flow of your ceremony.

Important:
A marriage certificate is a keepsake, not a legal document.
A marriage license is the legal document you must get and file with the State of Indiana.

Question 6

Guest Count

Accepted Answer

Everyone is counted as a guest expect for the couple, officiant, photographer(s), and non-walking children. The wedding party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girl, etc.) are considered guests.

Question 7

Do We Offer Reception Services?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer a traditional sit-down reception. Our focus is on giving you a full wedding ceremony experience at a lower cost.

We offer a small, complimentary dessert bar only for the Diamond Package. Guest can grab a dessert, a cold cup of lemonade or sweet tea, and socialize with music and love in the air!

If you want a sit-down reception, we recommend local restaurants to keep costs down on your special day.

Note: Outside food or drinks are not allowed, except for the cake used in the cake-cutting ceremony, which is only for the couple to cut and feed each other.

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