Marriage, Civil Union, and Domestic Partnership License
To schedule an appointment for obtaining a Marriage License, Civil Union, or Domestic Partnership, please call 201-460-3020 during our regular business hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For more information click on the following:
On the day of your appointment, please ensure you bring the following:
• Completed License application ENGLISH SPANISH: Except do not sign the application. You must sign the application, under oath, in the presence of the issuing authority.
• At least one applicant must be a resident of Rutherford (proof of residency is required).
• A current Acceptable form of Identification for both applicants.
• One witness aged 18 or older with a valid photo ID.
• A $28.00 license fee, cash (exact), check, or money order, payable to the Rutherford Health Department.
• Applicants must know their Social Security Number, if applicable.
• Applicants must provide the date and location of any divorce, if applicable.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a mandatory 72-hour waiting period from the time the application is completed until the health department can issue the license to the couple. There is no 72-hour waiting period for a remarriage; however, you must bring a certified copy of your existing marriage. Please make sure to complete the application well ahead of your planned ceremony date.