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How To Apply for a Marriage License

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Both in state and out of state residents may apply at any City or Town Clerk's Office to be married in the State of New Hampshire.
  • Blood tests are not required.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

  • To apply for the license, both parties must appear at the same time in the office or the application cannot be completed.

FEES INVOLVED

  • The filing fee of $50.00, payable to the Town of Kensington, is to be paid at the time of application. Payment will be by check or cash; no credit or debit card payment can be accepted.

LICENSING TIME FRAME

  • The license is valid for ninety (90) days from the date you apply. There is no longer a waiting period and the license can be used the same day.

IDENTIFICATION

  • A government issued photo identification is required of both parties at the time of application.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

  • If either party was married previously, the following must be presented, as applicable:

DIVORCE: A certified copy of the final divorce decree with a raised seal.

DEATH: A certified copy of the death certificate with a raised seal.

ANNULMENT: A certified copy of the annulment certificate with a raised seal.