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Requirements of a Marriage License in Providence

Both Parties must be present and need the Following:

  • Certified Birth Certificates (Original) – Must have parent(s) name(s) on the certificate.
  • Valid Photo I.D
  • Proof of Residency – Parties must present a utility bill, bank statement, car registration, tax return or pay stub with current address.
  • If NOT first marriage – Certified FINAL divorce decree or death certificate from previous marriage must be presented.
  • All Documents Must Be In English.
    • If documents are not in English, a certified translator must be present and accompanied by original documents
    • Documents must be translated by a certified translator and notarized by a Notary of the Public.   It cannot be the same individual.
  • Both parties must apply between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. Only.
  • $24.00 License Fee – Credit Card, Check or Money Order (made payable to:  City of Providence).  Cash will not be accepted.
  • Both parties must both be present at the time of the application
  • All documents must be ORIGINALS.   Photocopies will not be accepted.
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