Camden County Marriage License Info

Camden County handles marriage licenses through the County Clerk and local municipal registrars. The county sits in southern New Jersey along the Delaware River, just across from Philadelphia. Couples who live in Camden County can apply for a marriage license at any registrar office in the state. However, most people choose to apply in the town where they live. Camden County has 37 municipalities, each with a local registrar who can process marriage license applications. The County Clerk office in the city of Camden also provides marriage license services and records.

Camden County Clerk Marriage License Office

The Camden County Clerk is Pamela R. Lampitt. Her office is at 520 Market Street in Camden. This is the main office for county records. The clerk handles marriage license records, vital records, and other public documents for Camden County. You can visit this office to get copies of past marriage licenses or ask about the marriage license process in Camden County.

The Camden County Clerk website has details on all services the office provides. You can find forms, fee lists, and contact details there. The phone number for the main office is 856-225-5300. Staff are on hand Monday through Friday to help with marriage license questions. There is also a second office at City Hall, Room 103, which you can reach at 856-757-7087. Both offices serve Camden County residents who need marriage license records.

The Camden County Clerk website provides information about marriage license services and other public records available through the county.

This is the main portal for all Camden County Clerk records and marriage license information.

Note: Marriage license hours at the Camden County Clerk office are limited to Tuesdays and Wednesdays, so plan your visit ahead of time.

Camden County Marriage License Requirements

New Jersey law sets the rules for getting a marriage license in Camden County. Both people must appear in person at the registrar office. You cannot send someone else on your behalf. Each person must bring valid photo identification. A driver's license or passport works. You also need proof of your Social Security number. If you were married before, bring proof that the prior marriage ended. This can be a divorce decree or a death certificate for a former spouse.

Under New Jersey Title 37, both applicants must be at least 18 years old. There are no blood test requirements in New Jersey. The state does not require residency in Camden County or even in New Jersey. Any couple can apply for a marriage license at any registrar in the state. However, the license is only good for ceremonies held in New Jersey.

After you apply, there is a 72-hour waiting period. This is a state rule. You cannot get married until 72 hours have passed from the time the registrar takes your application in Camden County. The marriage license stays valid for 30 days after it is issued. You must hold your ceremony within that window. If it expires, you will need to apply again and pay the fee once more.

Bring these items to the registrar in Camden County:

• Valid photo ID for both applicants
• Social Security number proof
• Divorce decree or death certificate if previously married
• Full names, dates of birth, and birthplaces for both people
• Names and birthplaces of both sets of parents

City of Camden Marriage License Office

The City of Camden has its own Vital Statistics office that processes marriage license applications. This office requires an appointment. You must schedule your visit before going. Send an email to vitalstat@camdennj.gov to set up a time. Walk-in visits are not accepted for marriage license applications at the City of Camden office.

The City of Camden Vital Statistics page has more details on how to schedule your appointment and what to bring. This office handles birth, death, and marriage records for the city. It is separate from the Camden County Clerk office. If you live in the city of Camden, this is your local registrar for a marriage license.

The City of Camden Vital Statistics department handles marriage license applications and other vital records for city residents.

The city office is a key resource for couples seeking a marriage license in the Camden area.

Note: Appointments at the City of Camden Vital Statistics office are required for all marriage license applications, so email them early to avoid delays.

Marriage License Fees in Camden County

The fee for a marriage license in Camden County is $28. This is the same across all of New Jersey. Every registrar charges the same amount. You pay this fee when you submit your application. Most offices accept cash or money orders. Some may also take checks. Ask the specific registrar in Camden County about payment methods before your visit.

If you need copies of a marriage certificate after your wedding, there are extra fees. The first certified copy costs $25. Each additional copy ordered at the same time is $10. These fees apply at local registrar offices in Camden County. The New Jersey Department of Health also sells copies, but processing times may be longer when you go through the state.

The marriage license fee covers the application and the license itself. It does not cover the cost of the ceremony or any copies you may need later. Fees are set by state law and are not negotiable at any registrar in Camden County.

Local Registrars in Camden County

Each of the 37 municipalities in Camden County has a local registrar. The registrar is the person who can accept your marriage license application. In most towns, the registrar works out of the municipal clerk's office or the health department. You can apply at any registrar in New Jersey, but many people find it easiest to go to their own town hall in Camden County.

Gloucester Township is one of the larger municipalities in Camden County. The Vital Statistics office there can be reached at 856-228-4000, extension 3247. They handle marriage licenses along with birth and death records. Many other towns in Camden County, such as Cherry Hill, Voorhees, and Haddonfield, also have registrar offices that process marriage license applications.

The Gloucester Township Vital Statistics office provides marriage license and other vital records services to local residents.

Gloucester Township is one of many Camden County municipalities where you can file a marriage license application.

The New Jersey registrar directory lists every local registrar in the state. Use it to find the one closest to you in Camden County. Each listing includes the office address, phone number, and registrar name. Call ahead to confirm hours. Some smaller offices in Camden County have limited days for marriage license applications.

Camden County Library Vital Records

The Camden County Library system provides helpful resources for people looking for vital records information. While the library does not issue marriage licenses, it can help you find historical records and learn about the process. The library has guides, links, and reference materials on vital records in Camden County.

The Camden County Library vital records page is a good starting point for research. It links to state and county offices where you can order records. If you need an old marriage record for family history or legal use, the library staff can point you in the right direction.

The Camden County Library offers vital records reference materials and research guidance for residents.

Library resources can be helpful for historical marriage record research in Camden County.

New Jersey Marriage License Rules

The New Jersey Department of Health oversees marriage licenses statewide. The rules are the same in Camden County as they are everywhere else in New Jersey. The state sets the fee, the waiting period, and the validity window. Local registrars follow these state guidelines when processing applications in Camden County.

New Jersey requires a 72-hour waiting period after you apply. A judge can waive this in some cases. The marriage license is valid for 30 days. Your ceremony must take place in New Jersey. The person who performs the ceremony must be authorized under state law. This includes clergy, judges, mayors, and certain other officials. After the ceremony, the officiant signs the license and returns it to the registrar in Camden County. The registrar then files it with the state. This creates the official record of your marriage.

Note: If your marriage license expires before the ceremony, you must start over with a new application and pay the $28 fee again at any registrar in Camden County or elsewhere in New Jersey.

After Your Camden County Wedding

Once your ceremony is done, the officiant fills out the marriage license. They sign it and return it to the registrar who issued it in Camden County. The registrar records the marriage and sends the information to the state. This process creates the official marriage record. You can then order certified copies of your marriage certificate from the local registrar or from the New Jersey Department of Health.

Most couples need at least two or three certified copies. Banks, insurance companies, and the Social Security Administration may all ask for one. A certified copy from the registrar in Camden County costs $25 for the first copy and $10 for each extra copy. The state office charges the same rates. Plan to order copies soon after the wedding so you have them when you need them.

Cities in Camden County

Camden County has 37 municipalities. Each one has a local registrar who can process marriage license applications. Below are the cities in Camden County that have dedicated pages on this site.

Other municipalities in Camden County include Voorhees, Haddonfield, Collingswood, Pennsauken, Winslow Township, Berlin, and Lindenwold. All of these towns have local registrars who handle marriage license applications.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Camden County. You can apply for a marriage license at any registrar in New Jersey, so offices in neighboring counties are also an option for Camden County residents.