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Do both applicants have to appear in Philadelphia?

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Direct answer

Yes. Both applicants must appear as the office describes in Philadelphia. Only the two applicants need to attend. Gender is not recorded on the application.

Published rule and conditions

Applicant appearance rule
Yes

Only the two applicants need to attend. Gender is not recorded on the application.

Official requirement

Both applicants must appear at the Marriage License Department. Only the applicants need to attend.

Issuing office

Philadelphia Marriage License Bureau, Office of the Register of Wills and Clerk of the Orphans' Court

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Official sources for this answer

  • Get a marriage licenseCity of Philadelphia, Register of Wills (Marriage License Department) - checked July 26, 2026

    Both applicants must appear in person at the Register of Wills and provide the required documents, including identification. You can use your marriage license in any county in Pennsylvania. You cannot use it in another state or country. A regular marriage license costs $90. Quaker or self-uniting licenses cost $100. You will receive your license at the end of your visit. It will be valid on the third day after you apply, and remain valid for 60 days from the issue date.

  • Marriage License Information — Instructions for obtaining a marriage license in PhiladelphiaCity of Philadelphia, Register of Wills — Marriage License Bureau - checked July 26, 2026

    Both applicants must appear together in Room 413 City Hall to apply for the marriage license. The marriage license can be used in any county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; however, a PA license cannot be used out-of-state. ADDITIONAL FEES: Quaker/ Self-Uniting License $100.00. Legacy page: some content is superseded by the current phila.gov service page.

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