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How long does marriage license processing take in City of Hartford?

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In City of Hartford, a certified marriage certificate cannot be issued until 48 hours after the completed marriage license has been submitted to the Bureau of Vital Records. Certificates are otherwise available immediately in person, and cost $20 each. The Bureau does not publish how long issuing the license itself takes at the counter. Plan around the office hours instead: Monday to Thursday 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. From 1 October 2026 the registrar may not hand over the license sooner than 48 hours after the application.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license processing time
A certified marriage certificate cannot be issued until 48 hours after the completed marriage license has been submitted to the Bureau of Vital Records. Certificates are otherwise available immediately in person, and cost $20 each.

The Bureau does not publish how long issuing the license itself takes at the counter. Plan around the office hours instead: Monday to Thursday 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. From 1 October 2026 the registrar may not hand over the license sooner than 48 hours after the application.

Official requirement

Effective January 9, 2024, there will be a mandatory 48-hour waiting period for obtaining a certified marriage certificate after the submission of a marriage license.

Issuing office

City of Hartford Town and City Clerk, Bureau of Vital Records

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Official sources for this answer

  • Obtain a Marriage LicenseCity of Hartford Town and City Clerk, Bureau of Vital Records - checked July 30, 2026

    A marriage license is needed if you are going to get married. The license must be obtained from the city/town where the ceremony will occur. In-Person Only. Both parties must appear in person. Parties must be at least 18 years of age. A driver’s license or non-drivers photo ID, and social security card (or if non-resident a passport)is required. A blood test is no longer required. Marriage license are $50.00 and valid for 65 days. Purchases can be made with cash or money order payable to the City of Hartford. City of Hartford does accept credit cards for payment. Effective January 9, 2024, there will be a mandatory 48-hour waiting period for obtaining a certified marriage certificate after the submission of a marriage license.

  • Obtain a Marriage CertificateCity of Hartford Town and City Clerk, Bureau of Vital Records - checked July 30, 2026

    Marriage Certificates can be obtained immediately in person at the Bureau of Vital Records. Marriage Certificates are $20 each. Purchases can be made with cash or money order payable to the City of Hartford. City of Hartford Vital Records does not accept personal checks.

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