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A certified copy is the official document of your marriage with a raised seal. A marriage certificate, or your pink copy, is not a legal document.
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Yes, appointments are needed for marriage applications, to pick up a marriage certificate and for certified copies. However, you may also obtain certified copies by mail.
Yes, applications for certified copies can be made by mail or by appointment.
Certified copies are not automatically mailed to newlyweds. An application for certified copies must be made by the couple or someone eligible to obtain their records. For security purposes we are unable to confirm or deny if we have the requested document. A completed application with supporting documentation must be submitted for review.
You will need one witness at the time of application. 18 years of age or older.
You will need two witnesses at the ceremony.
No. It means that you have begun the process to get married. You will need an ordained officiant to perform your ceremony and two witneses
No, you must go to social security with your certified copy to begin the name change process.
Belmar. You apply in the municipality that you live, but your license is filed in the municipality that you were married in
You will get your certified copies when you apply for them, by mail or by appointment.
If applied by mail, you will receive the copies in the mail.
No, only one eligible individual is needed for the certified copies
Yes, but a new application will be required and documentary proof.