Connecticut Marriage License Requirements
In Connecticut, both parties must present government-issued photo identification when applying for a marriage license. There is no residency requirement; applicants may apply in any Connecticut town where the marriage ceremony will take place. The minimum age to marry is 18 without parental consent. Individuals aged 16 or 17 may marry with written parental consent, while those under 16 require approval from the probate court. Connecticut does not require a blood test prior to marriage, and no witnesses are needed to obtain the license.
The marriage license is issued by the town where the ceremony will occur rather than by county authority. The statewide license fee is $50. Because marriage eligibility requirements can change and local procedures may vary, applicants should confirm all current requirements with the town clerk in the jurisdiction where they plan to marry or consult Connecticut's official state statutes.
| Requirement | Connecticut |
|---|---|
| License fee | $50 (statewide) |
| Fee set by | State (statewide) |
| Waiting period | none |
| License validity | 65 days |
| ID required | government photo ID for both parties |
| Residency required | no (apply in the CT town where the marriage will occur) |
| Minimum age | 18 without consent; 16-17 with written parental consent; under 16 with probate-court approval |
| Blood test | no |
| Witnesses | no witnesses required |
| Online option | no — apply at the town vital-records office where the ceremony will be held |
| Where to apply | Town Registrar of Vital Statistics (town where the marriage occurs) |
| Governing law | Set by state statute — refer to your state’s official statutes and the issuing County Clerk for the governing rule |
Confirm locally. Requirements come from public-record state law and can change. Verify with the issuing county clerk or state .gov. Informational only — not legal advice.
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