Monmouth County, New Jersey

Marriage license in Monmouth County, New Jersey

Monmouth County issues marriage licenses through the Local Registrar of Vital Statistics (municipality) at the Freehold office, under New Jersey law (N.J. Stat. Ann. §§ 37:1-1 et seq.).

Monmouth County marriage license requirements

County seat
Freehold
Issued by
Local Registrar of Vital Statistics (municipality)
License fee
$28
Waiting period
3 days
Validity
30 days
Minimum age
18
Witnesses required
1
ID
Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number; proof of residency
Statute
N.J. Stat. Ann. §§ 37:1-1 et seq.

Verify exact fees at the Monmouth County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.nj.gov.

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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Monmouth County Clerk.