Montgomery County - Recorder, Norristown, PA

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Marriage Laws U.S. Pennsylvania Montgomery County

Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Montgomery County marriage license. We recommend getting this legal aspect of your wedding out of the way about a month before your ceremony date.

It is important that you verify all information with Montgomery County local marriage license bureau, office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.

Montgomery County Marriage License Office

Montgomery Recorder
Courthouse
Main & Swede
Norristown, PA 19404
(610) 278-3414
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. / M - F
Closed for holidays Observed by Montgomery County

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How to get a Marriage License in Montgomery County

ID Requirement in Montgomery County:

You will need to present photo identification such as your driver's license, state ID, or passport. Social Security numbers will be requested.

Residency Requirement in Montgomery County:

You do not have to be a resident of Montgomery County. However, some counties may require that you both speak English or bring with you someone who can translate.

Previous Marriages:

You will need to show a certified copy of the final divorce decree, with court raised seal, of your divorce or annulment decree or know the date of death of a deceased spouse.

If you have resumed your maiden name, related documents must be shown. Foreign documents must be translated into English.

Waiting Period in Montgomery County:

There's a three (3) day waiting period in Montgomery County.

You can request a waiver of the waiting period. Send a letter as early as possible addressed to the Montgomery County Register, requesting a Waiver and your reason why. Your letter should contain both names, a telephone number, proof of your wedding date (a wedding invitation will work), and a return address so a letter of confirmation to be sent to you. There is an additional $15.00 fee in cash only for this service.

Fees in Montgomery County:

It will cost you approximately $40 - $75 to get married in Montgomery County. Cash only. Please verify with the County Register the cost of a marriage license in the county where you want to get married. Additional surcharges have been added to the basic cost of a marriage license.

Other Tests:

None.

Proxy Marriages in Montgomery County:

No.

Cousin Marriages in Montgomery County:

No.

Common-Law Marriages in Montgomery County:

No. However, your common-law marriage will be recognized in Montgomery County if it was created before January 1, 2005.

Same Sex Marriages in Montgomery County:

No.

Under 18:

If either of you are under 18 years of age, you must pay an additional $5.00, show your Birth Certificate, and have the written consent of a parent or guardian. Anyone under 16 years of age needs parental consent and the approval of a Judge of the Orphans Court.

Officiants:

Any ordained minister, priest or rabbi of any regularly established church or congregation, Judges, Justices of Peace, and Montgomery County Clerks or their appointed Deputies may perform wedding ceremonies. Mayors of cities and boroughs are also authorized to perform marriage ceremonies.

Self-Uniting Marriage License in Montgomery County:

Yes. If you want this type of license, you need to inform the Montgomery County Clerk before you begin the application process.

Miscellaneous:

License is valid for sixty (60) days.

Copy of Certificate of Marriage:

For marriage records, you will need to contact the Marriage License Clerk, County Court House in the county where the license was issued.

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It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.

Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice.

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