State of New Jersey
Local Registrars

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Atlantic	Bergen
Burlington	Camden
Cape May	Cumberland
Essex	Gloucester
Hudson	Hunterdon
Mercer	Middlesex
Monmouth	Morris
Ocean	Passaic
Salem	Somerset
Sussex	Union
Warren

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Application: pdf | doc

Couples wishing to establish a Marriage in the State of New Jersey, it shall be necessary that they satisfy all of the following criteria:

• Not be a party to another civil union, domestic partnership or marriage in this State or recognized by this State;
• Be at least 18 years of age, except that applicants under the age of 18 may enter into a Marriage with parental consent.
• Applicants under the age of 16 must obtain parental consent and have the consent approved in writing by any judge of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family part.

Please contact the Local NJ Registrar to determine if license applications are handled during business hours or by appointment.

Application Requirements:

• The marriage license application is to be made in the New Jersey municipality in which either party resides and the license is valid throughout the State of New Jersey.
• If neither applicant is a New Jersey resident, submit the application in the municipality where the marriage ceremony will be performed, the license is only valid in the issuing municipality.

Marriage ID Requirement in NJ:

• Proof of identity by presenting your driver’s license, passport or state/federal I.D.
• Proof of your residency.
• Your social security card or social security number.*
• A witness, 18 years of age or older.
• The marriage license application fee is $28.

*Social security number is required by law for US citizens and will be kept confidential.

Any documents in a foreign language must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

Marriage Residency Requirement:

You do not have to be a resident of New Jersey.

Marriage Waiting Period in NJ:

New Jersey has a three (3) day waiting period. For weekend weddings, you will need to apply the Tuesday before to satisfy the three days (72 hours) by Friday.

• The waiting period begins when the application is filed with the Local Registrar.
• There is no 72 hour waiting period for a remarriage; however, you must bring a certified copy of your existing marriage.
• The marriage license application is valid for six months from the date accepted, unless the Registrar has given prior approval to extend the validity of the application to a maximum of one year.
• Only one marriage license may be granted from a marriage application. If the license expires before being used, a new application must be made and another $28 fee remitted.
• The only exception to this requirement is in the case where a civil and religious ceremony are to be performed on the same day. In this case, the Local Registrar will photocopy the marriage application, marking one “A” and one “B”, and issue the corresponding marriage licenses, marking them “A” and “B” as well. One copy will be used for the religious ceremony and the other for the civil ceremony.

Previous Marriages: ✔ Search Marriage | Divorce Records

You will need to show documentation to prove a previous marriage has been dissolved either through death or divorce. Acceptable documents include a certified copy of the final decree of divorce or a certified copy of the death certificate for your former spouse.

Remarriage:

For individuals who are currently in a marriage in New Jersey or are in a marriage in another state or country there exists the option to reaffirm your relationship/vows by registering a Remarriage:

• In order to apply for a Remarriage the couple must provide proof of their existing marriage, meet the requirements for entering into a marriage in New Jersey and follow the guidelines above to completing the license application.
• The process for a Remarriage License are the same as for the Marriage License, except that the Remarriage License must be accompanied by the proof of existing marriage and once the application is filed there is no 72 hour waiting period before the license is issued.

Marriage License Fee NJ:

The fee for a marriage license is $28.

Marriage Blood Test NJ:

Premarital blood tests are no longer required in New Jersey.

Name Change:

Getting a marriage license with your new name on it does not mean your name has automatically changed. If you need to change your last name, you can use an online marriage name change kit.

Marriage Age Requirements: ✔ Get Copy Of Birth Certificate

In 2018, the New Jersey child marriage ban bill was signed into law and went into effect immediately to implement a clear minimum age of 18 with no exceptions.

Proof of Age and Identity:

Birth certificates are required for proof of age. If you do not have your birth certificate, TWO (2) other forms of ID with your date of birth on them are required. Other acceptable forms providing proof of age are:

• Driver’s License
• Passport
• Baptism Paper
• DD2-1Y Military Release Paper
• Non-Driver’s License Photo ID

Some towns will require proof of residency such as a driver’s license, lease or tax return.

Proxy Marriages:

No.

Cousin Marriages:

Yes.

Common Law Marriages:

No.

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Marriage Witnesses

You will need a witness who is over 18 years of age with you when you apply for the marriage license.

Marriage Officiants NJ:

Judges of a Federal District Court, United States magistrates, Judges of a Municipal Court, Judges of the Superior Court, Judges of a Tax Court, Retired judges of the Superior Court, Judge or the Superior or Tax Court who has resigned in good standing, any Mayor/Deputy Mayor or Chairman of any Township Committee, Village President of New Jersey, County Clerks, and every minister of every religion. At the time you apply for your marriage license you will have to provide the name of who is going to marry you, where, and when, and an address and phone number for the officiant.

Expiration Date of Marriage License:

• The New Jersey Marriage license is valid for thirty (30) days from date of issuance.
• The Marriage License application is valid for six months from the date accepted, unless the Registrar has granted prior approval to extend the validity of the application to a maximum of one year.
• Meaning you have 6 months to complete the application process before your $28 application fee becomes invalid.
• Approval from the Registrar could extend the validity of the application process you up to one year to complete your application.
• Again, once this application is complete, and the marriage license has been issued it is good for 30 days.

Copy of Certificate of Marriage License

New Jersey Department for Public Health
Bureau of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 370
Trenton, NJ 08625-0307
Ph: (609) 292-4087

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. Additional information can be found on the New Jersey Department of Health website.