DC Marriage License Signature Service
Don’t want or need a ceremony but require the legal signature of an authorized marriage celebrant to meet the legal requirements for your marriage? If so, contact us today!
Don’t have a marriage license yet? Check out the DC Marriage License Application Guide below ↓
DC Marriage License Application Guide
Getting married in Washington, DC, can be fast and easy. Here’s what you need to know to obtain your DC marriage license—the first step in getting married.
The DC Superior Court’s Marriage Bureau is located in Room JM-690 at the Moultrie Courthouse, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001. This bureau processes marriage licenses and authorizes officiants to perform ceremonies within the District of Columbia.
Our officiants are authorized, registered, and listed with the bureau. If you choose our services, please include your officiant’s name on your marriage license application before submitting it.
Application Preparation
Be prepared to provide the following information on your marriage license application:
- One applicant must appear in person at the DC Marriage Bureau to complete the marriage license application.
- Both parties must provide the following:
- Driver’s license, or Government-issued non-driver’s ID, or Passport
- Aged 16 or 17 must have parental or guardian consent. Proof of age can be provided through a driver’s license, birth certificate, passport, or similar official document.
- Social Security numbers, addresses, and dates of birth.
- Information about any previous marriages, including the city, state, and country of each marriage, as well as the ending status (e.g., divorce or death).
- Home and work telephone numbers.
- Confirmation of whether you are related by blood to the person you are marrying. (Note: Cousin marriages are permitted in Washington, D.C.)
- The name of your court-authorized officiant or celebrant (including yourself, if self-officiating).
Fees
- Total Cost: The cost to process a D.C. marriage license is $45. This includes:$35 marriage license application fee (waived if you present a D.C. Domestic Partnership Certificate at the time of application).
- $10 certificate fee.
- $10 – $20 certified copy of marriage license.
Additional Information
- Effective Date: The D.C. marriage license can be used immediately upon issuance.
- Waiting Period: There is no waiting period. You can apply in person and receive your marriage license on the same day, and even get married that day.
- Witnesses: Witnesses are not required for a marriage in Washington, D.C.
- Age Restriction: Individuals under 18 years of age cannot marry without parental consent.
- Cousin Marriages: Marriages between cousins are permitted in Washington, D.C.
- Residency Requirements: You do not need to be a DC resident to marry here.
- License Use: The D.C. marriage license is valid only within the District of Columbia.
Booking Your Ceremony
When you apply for your marriage license, you’ll be given the option to choose either an in-person or virtual ceremony at the DC Marriage Bureau, along with available dates. If that works for you, great!
However, if you later change your mind and decide to get married elsewhere, here’s what you need to do:
- Find an authorized DC marriage celebrant or choose to self-officiate.
- Return to the DC Marriage Bureau with your original receipt.
- Sign in and wait for your name to be called.
- Present your receipt to the clerk and inform them you’re picking up your certificate.
- Provide the name of your court-authorized marriage celebrant.
- Collect your DC marriage certificate package.
- Bring the certificate to your DC marriage celebrant for your ceremony.
The DC Marriage Bureau operates from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. They process marriage license applications and officiant applications remotely and in person between 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, its wise to contact the Marriage Bureau directly.
Marriage License Signature Service
As part of the marriage license signature seguirvice, I will provide clear guidance on obtaining your certified marriage certificate, including the required steps and important deadlines.
We’re authorized, registered DC Officiants and have been listed with the DC Superior Court since 2004.
Get a Quote for our officiating services. Call us today at 202-253-3629.
We hope this information is useful for you, and we wish you all the best as you prepare for your special day.
