Is it OK to marry a second cousin?

Is it OK to marry a second cousin?

In the United States, second cousins are legally allowed to marry in every state. What's more, the genetic risk associated with second cousins having children is almost as small as it would be between two unrelated individuals. Marriage between first cousins, however, is legal in only about half of American states.

How often do second cousins get married?

An estimated 0.2 percent of marriages in the United States are between individuals who are second cousins or closer — that means there are about 250,000 people in America in those relationships.

Can second cousins marry in Philippines?

Filipinos are very much known for its close family ties. We understand your recognition of the close blood relationships even among your second cousins. There being no prohibition by law, your sister can validly marry your second cousin even if you can still trace blood relations to them.