Marriage vows
The minimum legal requirement as part of your ceremony is to say declaratory and contracting words. You can choose from the following 3 options. We'll use 'Choice A' wording unless you tell us otherwise.
Choice A
- Declaratory words
I do solemnly declare that I know not of any lawful impediment why I (full names) may not be joined in matrimony to (full names). - Contracting words
I call upon these persons here present to witness that I (full names) do take thee (full names) to be my lawful wedded wife/husband.
Choice B
- Declaratory words
I declare that I know of no legal reason why I (full names) may not be joined in marriage to (full names). - Contracting words
I (full names) take you (full names) to be my wedded wife/husband.
Choice C
- Declaratory words
I do solemnly declare that I know not of any lawful impediment why I (full names) may not be joined in matrimony to (full names). - Contracting words
I call upon these persons here present to witness that I (full names) do take thee (full names) to be my lawful wedded wife/husband. I promise to care for you, to give you my love and friendship and to respect you and cherish you throughout the rest of our lives together.