Gloucester Township Marriage License Process
Gloucester Township handles marriage licenses through its Vital Statistics Department. The township is located in Camden County in southern New Jersey. Couples who plan to marry in Gloucester Township must visit the vital statistics office in person to apply. Both people need to appear at the same time. The municipal clerk's office handles other types of licensing and public records requests. For marriage licenses, the vital statistics staff will guide you through the steps. Gloucester Township is one of the most populated towns in Camden County.
Gloucester Township Marriage License Facts
Gloucester Township Marriage License Office Location
The Vital Statistics Department in Gloucester Township is where you go to apply for a marriage license. Both people must appear in person at the same time. Call the office first to confirm hours and ask what to bring. The phone number for the vital statistics office is 856-228-4000, extension 3247.
The Gloucester Township Vital Statistics page on the town website has details on services and contact information. That page is a good place to start before you make the trip to the office. You can also reach the Municipal Clerk's office for other record requests and general questions about Gloucester Township services.
| Office | Vital Statistics Department |
|---|---|
| Phone | 856-228-4000 ext 3247 |
| County | Camden |
The vital statistics office in Gloucester Township handles births, deaths, and marriage records. For your marriage license visit, plan to spend about 30 to 45 minutes at the office. Bring all your documents to avoid a second trip.
Note: The Gloucester Township Municipal Clerk handles OPRA requests and other licensing, but marriage licenses go through the Vital Statistics Department.
Marriage License Requirements in Gloucester Township
Gloucester Township follows the standard New Jersey rules for marriage licenses. Both applicants must be present at the vital statistics office. You cannot send anyone else in your place. The state sets the requirements, and Gloucester Township applies them at the local level.
Each person must bring a valid photo ID. A driver's license or passport is the most common form used. You also need your Social Security number. If you do not have your card, you must know the number or bring a document that lists it. A witness who is at least 18 years old has to come with you. The witness signs the application as part of the Gloucester Township marriage license process.
If either person was married before, you must bring proof that the prior marriage ended. A certified divorce decree or death certificate is required. Only originals or certified copies are accepted at the Gloucester Township office. Photocopies will not work. Under New Jersey Title 37, both people must be at least 18 to apply for a marriage license without parental consent.
Here is what you need when you visit the Gloucester Township vital statistics office:
- Valid photo ID for each applicant
- Social Security number or proof of it
- One witness age 18 or older
- Proof of prior marriage dissolution if applicable
- The $28 marriage license fee
How to Get a Marriage License in Gloucester Township
Some nearby vital statistics offices, like the one in Washington Township in Gloucester County, offer both in-person and dropbox options. The image below is from the Washington Township vital statistics page.
While that office serves a different township, it gives you a sense of how vital statistics departments run in this part of New Jersey.
To start your Gloucester Township marriage license application, call 856-228-4000, extension 3247. Ask about open time slots and what you need to bring. Staff will let you know if there are forms to fill out ahead of time. It is wise to get all your documents in order before you call.
On the day of your visit, go to the vital statistics office with your partner and your witness. Hand over all your documents and the $28 fee. The staff will check your paperwork, have you fill out the application, and collect signatures from both applicants and the witness. The whole visit at the Gloucester Township office usually takes under an hour.
After you apply, a 72-hour waiting period starts. This is a state rule, not one set by Gloucester Township. You cannot use the marriage license during those 72 hours. Once the wait ends, the license is good for 30 days. Your wedding must happen within that window or the Gloucester Township marriage license expires and you must reapply.
Gloucester Township Vital Records
After your ceremony, the officiant files the completed marriage license with the local registrar. The Gloucester Township vital statistics office then records the marriage. You can request certified copies of your marriage certificate from this office later on. Certified copies serve as proof that your marriage is on file in Gloucester Township.
The image below shows the Gloucester Township Municipal Clerk's page, which covers general services and contact details for the township.
Use that page for general township questions, but remember that marriage licenses are handled by the Vital Statistics Department.
You may need certified copies for name changes, insurance, or legal matters. Ask the Gloucester Township vital statistics staff about the cost and how long copies take to process. Most couples order two or three copies at the same time.
Camden County Clerk and Gloucester Township
The Camden County Clerk's office provides general information about vital records in the county. However, marriage licenses for Gloucester Township are issued at the local level, not the county level. The county clerk handles other county-wide services and can point you in the right direction if you call them by mistake.
The Camden County registrar list on the state website shows all local registrars in the county. You can use that list to find the Gloucester Township registrar along with other towns in Camden County. This is helpful if you want to compare office hours or find a more convenient location.
New Jersey Marriage License Rules
New Jersey law governs all marriage licenses, including those issued in Gloucester Township. The NJ Department of Health sets the statewide guidelines. The $28 fee, 72-hour wait, and 30-day validity period are the same across all municipalities. Gloucester Township follows these rules just like every other town in the state.
You can apply for a marriage license in any New Jersey town. You do not need to live in Gloucester Township to get one here. Many couples apply in the town where they plan to hold the ceremony. Others pick whichever office is most convenient for their schedule.
Note: New Jersey does not require blood tests or medical exams for a marriage license.
Camden County Marriage License
Gloucester Township is part of Camden County. All marriage licenses issued in Gloucester Township become part of the Camden County vital records system. For more about how the county handles marriage records, other towns in Camden County where you can apply, and more resources, visit the Camden County marriage license page.