The Honorable David M. Apatang is the 11th Governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, serving alongside Lt. Governor Dennis James C. Mendiola. Governor Apatang assumed the position of Governor after the passing of Governor Arnold I. Palacios.
Thank you for choosing the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) as the place for your marriage. This guide explains the steps, requirements, and fees involved in obtaining a marriage license. Please read it carefully to ensure a smooth application process.
Governor David M. Apatang has proclaimed September and October 2026 as CNMI Prevention & Recovery Awareness Months, recognizing the importance of behavioral health, substance use prevention, suicide prevention, and recovery throughout the Commonwealth.
Governor David M. Apatang proudly proclaims September 2026 as Chamorro and Carolinian Cultural Heritage Month, celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, languages, and values that define the Commonwealth.
Senior leaders across the CNMI government are strengthening ethical leadership and organizational excellence through a professional development workshop, “Challenges to Ethical Leadership in a Dynamic World”, facilitated by Kevin S. Brame of IPSLEI.
