Civil Marriage Licenses
Effective July 1, 2022, if you are getting married in Vermont, you may obtain a marriage license from any Vermont Town/City Clerk; there’s no longer a requirement for Vermont residents to go to the Clerk’s office in the town where they reside.
Getting a Marriage License
- Complete an Application for Vermont License of Civil Marriage (PDF)
- Bring it to the Town Clerk’s Office, with payment. The cost of the license is $80.00 and an additional $10.00 if you would like a certified copy of the final Marriage Certificate. For payment, we accept cash or checks.
- At least one applicant must sign the marriage license in the presence of the town clerk.
- Before the civil marriage takes place, both applicants must sign the application. In doing so they are certifying to the accuracy of the information provided and that they are free to marry under the laws of Vermont.
Officiating at a Marriage
The Vermont Secretary of State allows authorized individuals to officiate at a specified marriage in Vermont.
Register to become a temporary officiant
Clergy should contact the Washington County Probate Court at 802-828-2091 for information regarding officiating a wedding in Vermont.
Questions and Answers
If you have questions you can call the Town Clerk’s Office or refer to the state’s Questions and Answers to Help You Plan Your Vermont Wedding (PDF).