Frequently Asked Questions

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Marriage License Information

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  • You must come in together with your intended spouse to the Town Clerk’s Office. This process cannot be done through the mail.
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  • No, if you are getting married in Massachusetts you may apply anywhere in the state. If you live in Massachusetts but are getting married out of state, you must file marriage intentions in that state.
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  • You must go to court and obtain a court waiver (permission) to marry.
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  • The license will be issued 3 days later, which is state law. It can be picked up by either applicant at the Clerk’s Office.
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  • You must go to court and obtain a court order to waive the 3-day waiting period.
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  • The license is valid 60 days from the day the couple came into the office to apply and may be used in any Massachusetts city or town. However, it is not valid outside of the state.
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  • The cost for a marriage license in South Hadley is $25.
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  • Assuming the license was issued by the Town of South Hadley Clerk’s Office, there are three ways to obtain a certified copy. By visiting Invoice Cloud to purchase certificates online, by physically entering the office located in Town Hall, or by mailing a request to the Town Clerk’s office.

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