Officiant Fees | Officiant

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Booking ceremonies through 2024-2026

To hold the date and time for any of my services,

a 50% (non-refundable) retainer fee is required.

A marriage license must be obtained from a County Clerk's Office.

Wedding Packages

The travel fee applies, the customer pays for accommodation costs, food and travel costs if needed. Travel fee applied if more than 10 miles at .65 per miles outside or within of

New Braunfels, Texas 78130.

Military Discount - 10% percent off (proof of military status required)

Vegas Style - $79 (availability depends on weather)

Ceremony is conducted in your car - a drive-up wedding
Guest count - as many as will fit in your car
Officiating Services
Basic Ceremony - Confirm intent (vows only) and pronounce
Complete marriage license
You return your marriage license to the Clerk of Court
10 minutes time allotted for ceremony - location to be discussed.
This ceremony service is Monday through Thursday only.
Tips appreciated BUT not required

Just Make Us Legal - $99

Basic Ceremony - Confirm intent (vows only) and pronounce
Complete marriage license
I return your marriage license to the County Clerk's Office in person
10 minute ceremony
Location to be discussed
Tips appreciated but NOT required

Elopement - $129

Officiating Service (Groom & Bride only)
Religious/non-religious ceremony (rings and vows) & pronounce
Pictures can be taken with your phone (I can snap a few for you)
Complete and return marriage license to Clerk of Court Office
15 minutes time allotted for ceremony and pictures
Additional fee for guests - $10 each
Tips appreciated but NOT required

Mini-Micro Wedding $249

Officiating Services
Religious/Non-Religious ceremony using standard script approved by the couple prior to ceremony.
Couple will hire their own photographer
Unlimited guests
Officiant completes and returns marriage license to County Clerk's Office.
Tips appreciated but NOT required

Vow Renewal $69

Officiant Services
Religious/Non-Religious ceremony using standard script approved by the couple prior to ceremony.
Couple will hire their own photographer
No additional fee for unlimited guests
A formal commitment ceremony is the same fee as wedding ceremonies but not legally binding since the couple is already lawfully married.
Proof of prior marriage license will be required
Tips appreciated but NOT required

Celebration of Life

Funeral officiant services is $149, plus any other required out of town expenses.
A personalized service will be written for the celebration of life service.
Location to be discussed
Travel fee applied if more than 10 miles at .65 per miles outside of New Braunfels, 78130

For professional photography

You are always welcome to bring a photographer.

I recommend River Run Photography, Katie Rae Preston (830) 486-1594 KatieRaePreston@gmail.com

Pictures before the ceremony. If you plan to take pictures before the ceremony starts, please inform me the day prior to the ceremony so the start time can be adjusted.

For formal weddings, I do have a formal robe and sash to wear upon request.

During the ceremony you may want include rituals such as hand fasting, tree planting, foot washing, unity candle, or sand. You will be required to provide the items for any rituals.

I arrive 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony and any additional time will be charged.

If fee is an issue, please give me a call and we can discuss it prior to the ceremony.

Delay Fee for late starting ceremonies: > 30 minutes: $30 (due before license will be signed)

Maximum wait time one hour. (There are occasions where I have other ceremonies booked the same day.)

A Retainer (booking) Fee is required to hold the date and time for your ceremony and is due at time of booking. The retainer (booking) fee is 50% of the total due and is non-refundable.

Tips appreciated but not expected.

Fees are always subject change and are increased during high-demand/holiday times.

My services are available Sunday - Saturday, 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. Appointment Required.

Specifically providing services to nearby Texas cities and states. Willing to travel beyond these states!

I am an Ordained Minister and Wedding Officiant and I can legally officiate in all states but PLEASE check with your local county clerk's office. Some states DO NOT accept Wedding Officiants to perform ceremonies.