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1. How do you apply for a marriage license?

You must come in together with your intended spouse to the Town Clerk’s Office. This process cannot be done through the mail.

2. Do we have to be South Hadley residents in order to apply in South Hadley?

No, if you are getting married in Massachusetts you may apply anywhere in the state. If you live in Massachusetts but are getting married out of state, you must file marriage intentions in that state.

3. What if 1 or both of us is under 18?

You must go to court and obtain a court waiver (permission) to marry.

4. How long after the application will the license be issued?

The license will be issued 3 days later, which is state law. It can be picked up by either applicant at the Clerk’s Office.

5. What if we have waited too long to apply for our license and our wedding is scheduled less than 3 days from the date of the license application?

You must go to court and obtain a court order to waive the 3-day waiting period.

6. How long after issuance is the license valid?

The license is valid 60 days from the day the couple came into the office to apply and may be used in any Massachusetts city or town. However, it is not valid outside of the state.

7. How much does a marriage license cost?

The cost for a marriage license in South Hadley is $25.

8. How can I get a copy of my marriage license?

Assuming the license was issued by the Town of South Hadley Clerk’s Office, there are three ways to obtain a certified copy. By visiting Invoice Cloud to purchase certificates online, by physically entering the office located in Town Hall, or by mailing a request to the Town Clerk’s office.

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