GETTING MARRIED IN PENNSYLVANIA
Here's what you need to know to make the marriage legal in Pennsylvania.
In order to get married, you need to apply and receive a marriage license.
When you apply for your license, you'll not only need a proof of identification and age, but you'll need to apply for the certificate together, will need to provide any information about previous marriages, and will need to pay a nominal fee.
ID Requirement: Drivers License and Social Security number.
Residency Requirement: Do not have to be a resident of Pennsylvania.
If previously married: Applicants who have been previously married must provide the following information concerning the dissolution of the most recent marriage.
• Divorces: Must present decree. If maiden name has been resumed, must present that document.
• Annulments: The same information as is required for divorces.
• Widowed: The date of death of the deceased spouse.
Application Requirement: Both parties to a marriage should appear in person to obtain the license.
Fees: $40 - Cash Only.
• There are no exceptions or waivers to the license fee.
• No extensions or refunds are made once the license is issued.
Waiting Period: 3 days. There is a three day waiting period from the day the license is issued until it can be used.
Blood Tests: No test.
Under 18: If under 18 years of age applicants may marry with consent of a parent or guardian. Applicants must present Birth Certificate plus an additional $5.00
• If Under 16 years of age with the approval of a Judge of the Orphans Court, as well as parent or guardian.
Legal age for marriage in the State of Pennsylvania for both bride and groom is 18.
Proxy Marriages: No. Both parties must be present.
Common Law Marriage: No.
Cousin Marriage: No.
Valid:
License is valid for 60 days.
The license can only be used within the State of Pennsylvania.
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Pennsylvania Clerk's Office
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626 East 20th Street, New York, NY 10009
phone: 212-995-0303
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