Marriage & Civil Union Licenses

Application Process

License applications are taken by appointment only!!

A mandatory 72-hour waiting period is required from the time of application to the issuance of the license.

One of the applicants MUST live in East Rutherford to apply at our Department and have proof of residency

The $28.00 license fee - EXACT CASH OR CHECK ONLY!

A number of other requirements exist and applicants are strongly encouraged to call us at (201) 933-3444 ext. 509 well in advance of their intended date of the ceremony for additional details.

Download the MARRIAGE APPLICATION

Additional information on the procedure for obtaining a marriage or civil union license can be obtained by visiting the State's webpage.

https://www.state.nj.us/health/vital/registration-vital/marriage-licenses/