Marriage license · Connecticut
How to Get a Marriage License in Connecticut
Everything Connecticut couples need — fee, waiting period, ID requirements, where to apply and how long the license stays valid.
At a glance
| License fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | None |
| License valid for | 65 days |
| Minimum age | 18 (16 with parental + court consent) |
| ID required | Photo ID + birth certificate |
| Blood test | No |
| Witnesses | None |
| Apply online | No — in person only |
| Where to apply | Town Clerk in the town where the ceremony will be held |
Step-by-step
- Decide where to apply. In Connecticut, you apply at town clerk in the town where the ceremony will be held.
- Gather your documents. Bring photo id + birth certificate for both partners.
- Apply in person. Most Connecticut offices charge $50 per license.
- Wait the required none. There's no waiting period — you can use the license the same day.
- Use the license within 65 days. After it expires you'll need to apply (and pay) again.
- Have it signed. No witnesses are required at the ceremony.
- Return the signed license. Your officiant files it with the issuing office; you'll receive a certified marriage certificate within a few weeks.
Important notes for Connecticut
Must apply in the town where the wedding will occur.
Common questions specific to Connecticut
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a marriage license cost in Connecticut?
- In Connecticut the marriage license fee is $50.
- Is there a waiting period for a marriage license in Connecticut?
- No — Connecticut has no waiting period. The license can be used the same day it's issued.
- How long is a Connecticut marriage license valid?
- A Connecticut marriage license is valid for 65 days from the date of issuance.
- Can you apply for a marriage license online in Connecticut?
- No — Connecticut requires both applicants to apply in person.
- Do you need witnesses to get married in Connecticut?
- No — Connecticut does not require witnesses at the ceremony.
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