The legal age for marriage in Connecticut is 18. If under the age of 18, parental consent is required. A person under the age of 16 may not marry unless the judge of probate for the district in which the minor resides endorses in written consent on the license.
Both parties must appear in person with photo identification and social security card or passport at the town or city office responsible for marriage licenses in the municipality in which the ceremony will take place or in the city or town where either person to be joined in marriage resides.
Bring with you: date of the marriage; name, address, and telephone number for each individual; $30 for the Marriage License; parents' names (including mothers' maiden names) and places of birth.
The fee for a marriage license is $30 and is valid for 65 days. Under 18: Applicants 18 years of age or over do not require parental consent to marry in Connecticut. If applicant is under the age of 18 written consent of the parent or guardian is required and under the age of 16 the Judge of probate must endorse with written consent on the license.
Miscellaneous: If you plan to use your married name at work, be sure to have your name changed in Social Security records. This way, you will get credit for all your earnings. It's easy and it's absolutely free. Contact Social Security Online to locate your local office. You will need documentary evidence showing both your old name and your new name.
Additional Information: The premarital laws in some states are changing rapidly. If you have questions that cannot be answered by the town clerk of the town in which you plan to marry, contact the Public Health Laboratory, (860) 509-8505, for current information and requirements in Connecticut. The license is valid for 65 days. The license can only be used within the State of Connecticut.
Connecticut County Clerk's Office
Groton Town Clerk, Groton, CT , 860.441.6640
North Stonington Town Clerk, N. Stonington, CT , 860.535.2877
Stonington Town Clerk, Stonington, CT , 860.535.5060
