Marriage Licenses

Marriage Licenses

A couple getting married in the State of Massachusetts may apply for their marriage license in any Town Clerk's Office in the state.  A license may be obtained by doing the following:

  • Office hours for marriage licenses are Monday - Friday 8:30-4:00
  • Both parties must come together to apply.
  • There is a three day waiting period before the license can be picked up.
  • The license if valid for sixty days from the day the couple came into the office to apply and may be used in any Massachusetts City or Town.
  • There is a $25.00 Marriage License Fee.
  • After the marriage occurs, the officiant completed the license and returns it to the Town Clerk's Office.

How can I get a copy of my marriage certificate from Weymouth Town Hall?
Assuming the license was issued by the Weymouth Town Clerk’s Office, you can obtain a copy in two ways:

By physically entering the Town Clerk's Office or you can request a copy by mail.

To request a copy by mail, please include the following:

  1. State the two last names on the license and the date of marriage.
  2. Your check or money order should be made payable to:  Town of Weymouth.  Marriage certificates are $10.00 for each copy.
  3. Enclose the payment along with your written request and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Mail it to:  Office of Town Clerk, Town of Weymouth, 75 Middle Street, Weymouth, Ma  02189

The Weymouth Town Clerk is also a Justice of the Peace and has the legal authority to perform marriage ceremonies.  Those interested should contact the Town Clerk for further information.