The Marriage Ceremony

Is there a special form the marriage ceremony must take?
The only requirement during the marriage ceremony is that the parties each declare, in the presence of two witnesses and the officiant, that they take each other to be spouses.
 
Can the marriage ceremony be on a boat as long as there is a qualified officiant?
Yes, but the marriage ceremony must take place in Washington State waters.
 
Can a marriage be performed by proxy?
No. Proxy marriages (where someone stands in for the other party) are not recognized. The two parties must be present before the two witnesses and the officiant in order for the ceremony to be performed.

Can the marriage license be used in another State? Another Country?
No. This is a Washington State marriage license. The ceremony must be performed in Washington State.