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Is a Social Security number required in City of Boston?

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Direct answer

In City of Boston, both applicants must give their Social Security number at the appointment. An applicant who does not have one must write down the reason — for example that it was never issued, or that the applicant is not a resident.

Published rule and conditions

Social Security number rule
Both applicants must give their Social Security number at the appointment. An applicant who does not have one must write down the reason — for example that it was never issued, or that the applicant is not a resident.
Official requirement

Your Social Security numbers (if you do not have a Social Security number, you have to write down why — for example, it was never issued or you are not a resident)

Issuing office

City of Boston Registry Division (Registry: Birth, Death, and Marriage)

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Official sources for this answer

  • How to Get Married in BostonCity of Boston Registry Division - checked July 26, 2026

    To apply for a marriage license couples must apply together, make an appointment, and come to City Hall in person. A marriage license is only good to use between 3 and 60 days in Massachusetts from the date you applied. You also can't use the marriage license outside of Massachusetts. The Registry will issue your marriage license immediately. However, you cannot use it to get married for 3 days after your appointment. A $50 application fee. We take cash, a debit or credit card, or a money order made payable to the "City of Boston".

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