Marriage Licences

You need a marriage licence if you want to get married in the Province of Ontario. Visit the Province of Ontario to find out what you need to know before you get married in Ontario.

Apply for a marriage licence

Please contact us to schedule an appointment to drop off your completed Marriage Licence Application. You need to apply for a marriage licence within 90 days of your wedding.

What do I need for the meeting?

Please make sure to have the following information with you: 

• Completed Marriage Licence Application
• Birth certificate or valid passport for each applicant
• And government issued photo Identification (example: driver’s license, health card) for each applicant
• Original or certified copy of a divorce certificate (only if you’re divorced)

Please note if both applicants cannot appear in person, one applicant can bring in this information for the other applicant.

Fees

It costs $125 to apply for a marriage licence. We accept cash, cheque or debit payments.

Marriage certificates

After you get married, you can apply for a marriage certificate. You’ll need a marriage certificate if you want to change your name after getting married, apply for social benefits and other reasons.  You may order your Marriage Certificate through Service Ontario approximately 8 to 10 weeks after the date of your marriage.