Getting Married in the Military

Deciding to marry a service member can present unique challenges and may add an extra layer of complexity when it comes to walking down the aisle. Military OneSource provides answers to your questions about getting married in the military and guides on everything from connecting with your new service family to keeping your relationship military strong to filling out the necessary paperwork.

Thinking of marrying a service member? There are lots of great reasons to marry and several key factors to consider when making this lifelong commitment. Review our checklist and articles to see if your relationship is military strong.

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Planning your wedding can be exciting, though there are many details to consider, especially for weddings on a military installation. Although there’s no official protocol for military weddings, you may want to incorporate some military traditions into your big day. And you’ll want to follow the rules and regulations regarding the wearing of uniforms and the use of proper military titles on invitations, name cards and seating charts. Check out our list of things to consider as you plan your wedding ceremony.

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Filling out paperwork is a necessary and important step as you prepare to get married in the military. Military OneSource provides you with a to-do list covering everything from getting a copy of your marriage certificate and a military identification card to asking your spouse to enroll you in DEERS. Call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 to speak with a consultant. OCONUS/International? View calling options.