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Where can a marriage license from City of Burlington be used?

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Direct answer

In City of Burlington, valid for a ceremony anywhere in Vermont, and only in Vermont. Vermont does not restrict use to the town that issued the license, but a Vermont license cannot be used for a ceremony in another state.

Published rule and conditions

Where the license is valid
Valid for a ceremony anywhere in Vermont, and only in Vermont.

Vermont does not restrict use to the town that issued the license, but a Vermont license cannot be used for a ceremony in another state.

Official requirement

With a valid Vermont license, you can be married anywhere in Vermont, but only in Vermont.

Issuing office

City of Burlington Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer

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Official sources for this answer

  • Getting Married in Vermont FAQsVermont Department of Health, Vital Records Office - checked July 30, 2026

    You will need a license, but you do not need blood tests, and there is no waiting period. You may obtain a license from any Vermont town/city clerk and the cost is $80. The license is valid for 60 days from the date it is issued. The town clerk will then issue a license if at least one of you signs it in front of the clerk. With a valid Vermont license, you can be married anywhere in Vermont, but only in Vermont. Vermont law does not require witnesses, but, if you are planning a religious ceremony, check to see if the religion's tenets require witnesses. The officiant must return the certificate to the town clerk's office where it was issued within 10 days after the wedding.

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