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Marriage Licences

Applying for a Marriage Licence

Marriage Licenses are issued by the Clerk's Department, and are valid for 3 months from the date that they are issued. It is recommended that you apply at least 30 days before your wedding date, to ensure adequate processing time.
Marriage Licences are issued by appointment only. Please contact the Municipal Office by calling 519-357-3550 or email the contact listed at the bottom of this page.

When should I get my marriage licence?

Marriage licences are valid for 90 days (3 months) from the date that they are issued.

Where can I get an application?

Printed forms are available at the Township of North Huron main office located at 274 Josephine St. Wingham ON, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 p.m.
Online fillable PDF forms are available at: Service Ontario Marriage Licence Application Form 3.

Fill out the Marriage Licence Application – Form 3 in its entirety, complete with signatures from both applicants.

(Please note that on the form "Single Name" means maiden name)

If either party has a PO box number as a mailing address, you must provide the 911 address

If either party lives on a Canadian Armed Forces Base, provide both room and barrack numbers.

The application requires the location of the marriage ceremony, including the municipality and county.

What type of identification do I need to apply?

You will need two original and valid pieces of government-issued identification, one including photo identification. Any photocopies or expired identification will not be accepted. See the following table for a list of accepted identification:

Birth Certificate (Including any change of name certificates)	United States Green Card
Valid Passport	Native Status Card
Valid Driver's Licence	Record of Immigration Landing
Canadian Citizenship Card	Permanent Residency Card
Canadian Government Refugee Travel Document	Citizenship Card from any country
Conditional Release Identification Card	Ontario Photo ID Card

If one of the above pieces of identification does not include a birth certificate, for either, or both parties, the applicable party must also fill out and sign the waiver form: North Huron Marriage Licence Application – Waiver – Birth Certificate Not Used as Form of Identification.
You can order/replace a birth certificate online at: Service Ontario - Get or Replace an Ontario Birth Certificate.
If any of your identification is in a language other than English or French, you must present it with an official translation of the document.

How much does a marriage licence cost?

The fee for a marriage licence is $125.00 and is payable by cash, cheque or debit.

Who can perform my marriage ceremony?

Religious ceremonies are officiated by a registered marriage officiant. You can use this link to search for Registered marriage officiants in Ontario: Government of Ontario: Registered Marriage Officiants

For information about Civil Ceremonies, visit our Civil Marriage Ceremonies webpage.

Does my partner need to come with me?

It is not necessary for both the applicants to be present to purchase a marriage license. One party may obtain the license provided that the completed and signed application, accepted identification, and any supporting documentation required are provided for both applicants.

What if my partner or I were previously married?

For applicants divorced in Canada, include an original or court-certified copy of the Final Decree, Final Judgment or Certificate of Divorce with the application. This certificate will have a seal and original signature. No photocopies will be accepted.
If the divorce was granted outside of Canada, please review the Requirements Respecting Marriage in Ontario. A Statement of Sole Responsibility will need to be completed.
If either party whose former marriage was dissolved or annulled outside of Canada, please visit Service Ontario’s Remarry after a divorce - Out-of-country divorces page.
If either party is a widow/widower, they are not required to produce a death certificate to get a marriage licence.

What if a minor wants to apply for a marriage licence?

If any party is 16 or 17 years of age, an additional form must be signed by the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the party and submitted with the application. A copy of the required form can be obtained from the Clerk's Office.

I'm married - now what?

After the ceremony, the person who performed your wedding provides you with a record of solemnization as a keepsake. This is not a marriage certificate. You may apply for a marriage certificate from Service Ontario six to eight weeks after your marriage ceremony. Couples can complete a Marriage Certificate Application and mail it directly to the Registrar General's office or request the Marriage Certificate online from Service Ontario.