How Do I...Apply for Marriage / Civil Union?

Obtaining a Marriage & Civil Union Registration:

• Proof of residency in Pennsville: drivers license, rent receipt, utility bill
• Identification: Birth Certificate and either drivers license or passport and social security number
• Application fee: $28.00 Check or Money Order payable to the Township of Pennsville
• One witness who knows both parties, is 18 or older, must be present when applying
• Previous Domestic Partnership/Marriage/Civil Union that was dissolved legally? You must bring a copy of the final court judgment. In the case of a death, bring the death certificate.
• Blood tests are not required in NJ
• There is a three day waiting period
• You are responsible for arrangements with a Religious officiant, county clerk, county surrogate or superior court judge.
• You must provide the date, time, place and name of person performing the ceremony.
• MINOR applicants, either under age 18: both parents must be present along with two witnesses
• MINOR applicants, either under age 16: both parents must be present along with two witnesses and a Superior Court Judge must grant judicial consent.
• Print, fill-in, and bring Application with you. Groom is applicant “A” / Bride is applicant “B”.
• Appointments are not required but recommended.
• No application will be accepted after 3:30 pm.