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How Do You Get Married in Boston, MA?

Here’s your checklist:

Fill out a Marriage Intention Application online and schedule an appointment at Boston City Hall.
Gather Your Documents (proof of age, identity, Social Security number).
Visit Boston City Hall together for your appointment.
Bring $50 for your marriage intention fee (cash, debit/credit card, or money order).
Wait 3 Days (Massachusetts has a mandatory waiting period after filing).
Pick up your marriage license and get married either at the courthouse or by a registered officiant.
Sign the marriage license.
Have the officiant file the license.

Congrats! You’re officially married!

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How to Get a Marriage License in Boston, MA

First, you’ll need to visit Boston City Hall to file your marriage intentions. Here’s what you need to know:

Location: 1 City Hall Square, Room 213, Boston, MA 02201-2006
Phone: (617) 635-4175
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appointment required)

Requirements:

Both parties must appear in person at Boston City Hall.
Bring valid photo ID (passport, driver’s license, or state ID).
Fill out the Marriage Intention form (you’ll receive a link via email after booking your appointment).
Pay the $50 fee by cash, debit/credit card, or money order.

Important: There is a mandatory 3-day waiting period after filing before the license becomes valid. If you need to waive this waiting period, you must obtain a “Marriage Without Delay” waiver from the court, which costs $195.