Los Angeles Wedding Center

Valentine's Day Wedding Special 2/14/10

2010-01-06T16:49:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day Wedding Special
Sunday 2/14/2010 Packages start at $250
Free 8x10 Wedding Photo
Get married in our chapel or your location on this special day.
Time slots are filling up fast so book your wedding ASAP.
We will stay open late to accommodate all the couples wanting to get married. If you bring your own license we can marry you too. If you have purchased your license we can marry you also just deduct $50 from the fees above. We issue marriage licenses too if you have not purchased one yet.

We will give each couple one free 8x10 wedding print. We photograph the ceremony and formals of the couple. Each couple will be given one 8x10 print from the wedding in our chapel.

This offer can not be transfered to another day and is only valid on 2/14/2010 weddings in our chapel.

New Year's Eve Wedding 12/31/09

2009-12-30T13:21:00.000-08:00

Yes, you can still get married on New Year's Eve...we have several times open. Give us a call as they are filling up fast.
We issue the license and marry you all in one appointment.
No long lines like at the LA County offices.
Our service is fast and convenient.
Trust your wedding with us at the best Wedding Chapel in the South Bay.

Bride and Groom only Special is $200 This includes the license, first certified copy and 3 free pictures of your wedding.

up to 10 guests is $250
and we can hold 30 guests max for $350

If you have your license already we can marry you too....give us a call.

Say "I Boo" get married on Halloween Day 2009

2009-09-12T13:33:00.000-07:00

The Wedding Center is having a Halloween Special.

It is on a Saturday this year so book early as the best time slots are filling up fast.

Free 8x10 picture for each couple that gets married on Halloween. Come dressed in a costume or traditional wedding outfits.

It will be a fun day at The Wedding Center. Trick or Treat at The Wedding Center, we will be giving candy out too.

Some recent Weddings at The Wedding Center

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We marry couples from all over the United States in our wedding chapel located in Lomita, CA.

Give us a call when you are ready to get married.

No Waiting - Instant Weddings

Plan your California Destination Wedding

2008-09-06T16:30:00.000-07:00

We can help you get married in California. We issue the marriage license while you wait and marry you right on the spot in our decorated chapel or take you to the beach or cliffs.

Beach weddings are the most popular destination wedding location. We know all the great spots for that perfect sunset wedding.

Check out our website for pricing and more info. http://www.instantlywed.com/

Say "I Boo" Get Married on Halloween

2008-08-26T11:45:00.000-07:00

The Wedding Center is having a Halloween Special.
Free 8x10 picture for each couple that gets married on Halloween.

Come dressed in a costume or traditional wedding outfits. It will be a fun day at The Wedding Center.

Trick or Treat at The Wedding Center, we will be giving candy out too.

Recent Couples Married at The Wedding Center

2008-08-04T11:38:00.000-07:00

Get married at The Wedding Center.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO LICENSES IN CALIFORNIA, THE CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PUBLIC?

2008-07-05T11:25:00.000-07:00

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO LICENSES IN CALIFORNIA, THE CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PUBLIC?
I am authorized to issue the Confidential Marriage License for Los Angeles County as a Notary Public. This makes it very convenient for my couples as they do not have to stand in line at the County Recorder?s Office. However, I also issue licenses to couples I am not marrying.

Please call my office for details on this process. In California we have two types of Licenses the Confidential and the Public. The Confidential was originally started for couples who had been living together and wanted to avoid the dreaded blood test. So starting around 1969 many couples avoided the blood test by taking out a Confidential License, stating that they had been living together. In 1970 California began to allow Notaries Public to issue the Confidential Licenses as a convenience to the public. You could still get the other license (with the blood test) if you went to a County office. However, in 1995 California did away with the Blood Test entirely and you still have the option to buy either license.

The advantage now of the Confidential license is that it is a "Sealed" document and only the couple can get a copy of it from the County Recorder. In this day of identity theft, many couples opt for the Confidential License. A disadvantage is that it must be used in the County in which it was issued - this does not mean you must have the ceremony performed only in that county. But, Los Angeles is a very large County and this usually isn't a problem for my couples.

So it is up to you to decide which license best suits your needs - both types are available at a County Office - you are just as married with either type of license. Of course if I am marrying you in Orange or any other County (except LA), you will have to obtain your own license.

More reasons to get a Confidential Marriage License...

2008-07-05T11:20:00.000-07:00

More reasons to get a Confidential Marriage License...
♥ Are you planning to get married in a foreign country like Mexico, France or Italy?Some countries have strict requirements and residency restrictions. Avoid the hassle and get married before you leave.
♥ You and your spouse are the only ones that can get a copy of the recorded license. This protects your privacy and prevents anyone from obtaining a copy. So often recorded documents wind up on tabloid websites. You can avoid this by getting married with a confidential marriage license.
♥ Often you do not want a former spouse to know you have remarried.
♥ You are planning a church wedding but need to get married now for health insurance coverage.
♥ For tax reasons, before the birth of a baby or you are purchasing a home.
♥ So you can change your name on your passport before you travel on your honeymoon. Often one or both plan to change names and would like to change their names before they travel so they have the same name as their new partner. If you are divorced you may not want the former spouses name on your passport, airline tickets etc.
♥ You are planning a church wedding here or in your home country but need to start the immigration process. Get married now and with the Express mail option you will have your certified copy in 2 weeks. You will need that certified copy for your Immigration appointment.
♥ You are being deployed and want to marry your sweetheart before you leave. To change your Status you will also need the Express mail option. When you receive the certified copy you present it to your commanding officer. We offer this for FREE to all active military. It is our way of saying thanks to all the Armed Forces.

How to buy a marriage license in California

2008-07-04T13:53:00.000-07:00

California is unique in many ways when it comes to obtaining a marriage license. Below are some common questions and answers:

Can I buy a license over the phone?
No, California requires both parties to be present before the Notary or Deputy Clerk.

Do I have to live in California to get married there?
No, California does not have any residency requirements. So anyone can get married here.

Where do I buy my license?
You have several options. You can purchase it from a Notary that is authorized to issue confidential licenses or in one of the County Registrar / Recorder offices.

Can I get my license at the "Court House" and get married by a Judge?
No, California does not have Justices of the Peace and Court houses do not issue marriage licenses.

Do I need a blood test?
No, California did away with the dreaded blood test years ago.

If I buy my license at a County office can they marry me the same day?
No, often couples have to make an appointment and return another day to get married. Keep this in mind if you are planning to come here on a Friday and get a license.

Can same sex couples get married in California?
Yes, as of June 17, 2008 it is legal to marry all couples.

How fast can I get my Certified Copy?
LA County takes 8-10 weeks to record the original and mail you the Certified Copy. With Express Mail you can get it in around 2 weeks.

Destination Wedding Experts - Los Angeles CA

2008-07-04T13:42:00.000-07:00

Get married on the beach...

Some great locations for your destination wedding in California.

Cliffs of Palos Verdes

Warning for Couples coming to California to get married

2008-07-04T13:31:00.000-07:00

Sunday June 22 we received a desperate call from a Texas couple here for a wedding at the Beverly Hills Hotel. It seems the "Internet Minster" they hired did not show for their wedding.

This scam seems to be directed at Gay and Lesbian couples coming here for destination weddings. The person claimed to be able to issue the Los Angeles County Marriage license and assured the couple they would be there for the wedding that evening.

Lucky for them David Nixon was available and he drove to Beverly Hills to marry this couple and issue them a marriage license. There are many people out there that claim to be ministers & officiants with the authorization to issue the LA County Marriage License.

If you are not sure you can always call the LA County Recorders office in Norwalk and confirm the identity of the person before you hire them. This couple sure wished they had done that before flying here and finding out they had been scammed.

Get Married in California

2008-07-04T12:51:00.000-07:00

Planning your wedding and just do not know where to start?
We can help. With over 15 years of experience in the wedding business you can trust us with your special day. We are all professional wedding experts.