To be married in NH, you need to prove residency in the state. However, if both parties reside outside the state, the marriage intentions must be filed with the town clerk of any town in New Hampshire. It is best if it is the same city or town where you plan to be married. If one of the parties resides in NH the marriage intentions must be filed with the clerk of the city or town where the resident lives. If both parties reside in NH in different cities or towns, the intentions can be filed in either location. Only one filing is required. This license may be used anywhere in the state, but it must be returned by the officiate after the marriage to the clerk who issued the license. A license is valid for 90 days from the date of filing. Both parties must appear in person to file the marriage intentions as the signature of both parties is required on the application for a marriage license. Applicants must supply the clerk, prior to the issue of the marriage license, the following documents:      proof of age      proof of death of a former spouse, if applicant is widowed      a copy of final divorce decree, if applicant is divorced   NH does not require a blood test. Marriage intentions must be filed in the State the marriage license will be issued. The marriage license is valid immediately. The fee is payable to the clerk.    NH marriages may be performed by:      Justice of the Peace commissioned in NH and in good standing      An ordained clergyman, residing in NH who is in good standing        with his congregation      An ordained clergyman, who is not a resident of NH, who obtains       a special license which can be used only for that particular marriage      Jewish Rabbis or Quakers