Frequently Asked Questions

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We have began officiating in May 2018, as a solo practice and now we have expanded into a team. 

Go to our booking page and select the date and time of your ceremony.  You can also email us directly at francis@francisweddingofficiants.com or  call (478) 219-3973/ 

Your cost depends on factors, such as distance, rehearsal and length. Our fee is very reasonable Fees are based on median fee for your area and services to be provided and includes all consultation done via the phone or Internet, the creation of a personalized wedding ceremony, and our favorite part – officiating your wedding. It includes travel!   We do require a deposit and signed agreement.  Once we get started the planning of your ceremony begins!

Take an additional copy of your marriage license to your local social security office, along with your current government issued identification.  You can always visit https://www.ssa.gov for additional information and their online forms.

Yes! To civil servants, medical staff and armed forces with valid and current identification.

Nope! Wondering why, your wedding will be completely personalized to who you are as a couple. While we offer formats to get started, we use it as a starting point.  Your wedding service will be unique and personal to you. We'll walk you through the process of planning your ceremony and help you along the way. 

We travel and areas that we cover are Florida, Georgia, South Carolina as our home base, however we travel nationwide and to countries where our ordination is recognized.  For international destination ceremonies, we are ordained in Jamaica, US Virgin Islands to name a few places. 

Yes, we do! If not in our states of service we will ensure that we submit our credentials and verify the requisites for certification in the state or country in which you are intending to get married.

We are happy to be present at or run the rehearsal, for an additional $200.  If you have a wedding coordinator, it is not always necessary for us to attend the rehearsal. However, some couples choose to have the officiant help run the rehearsal for added peace of mind and clarity with the flow of events. It is completely up to you, and we can discuss it more in our initial meetings.  

 Gratuities are not expected, but always appreciated! 

We are non-denominational Officiants, we do not wear religious robes or vestments.