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REG-77, Application for Marriage, Remarraige, Civil Union, Reaffirmation of Civil Union License 2026

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The document is an application form from the New Jersey Department of Health for obtaining a license for marriage, remarriage, civil union, or reaffirmation of civil union. It requires personal information from both applicants, including names, addresses, birth dates, and domestic status. The form also includes declarations regarding the truthfulness of the information provided and outlines the responsibilities of the registrar in processing the application.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the REG-77 in the editor.
Begin by filling out the names of both applicants in the 'Name' fields. Ensure you list the name as it appears on your birth certificate or maiden name.
Enter your current legal residence address, including street address, county, municipality, state, and zip code.
Provide your date of birth and birthplace. Select your sex from the options provided.
Indicate your domestic status by selecting from options such as Single, Widowed, Divorced, etc. If applicable for remarriage or reaffirmation, enter the date and place of the original ceremony.
Complete sections regarding previous marriages or civil unions by entering relevant details about past partners if necessary.
Fill in contact information where you can be reached after the ceremony and provide details about the officiant performing the ceremony.
Review all entries for accuracy before signing. Both applicants must sign and date at the end of the form.

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How much does it cost to get legally married in NJ?

Be sure to contact the Registrar well in advance of the ceremony to find out on what days and during what hours the Registrar will be in the office. The marriage or civil union license fee is $28.

How long is a marriage license good for in NJ?

Marriage License Requirements Drivers license. State issued I.D. card. Passport (must be in English) Military service or military dependent I.D. card. Alien registration card (formerly known as Green card) I.D. card issued by the U.S. Government.

Does the officiant have to return the marriage license in New Jersey?

The officiant performing the ceremony must file the two white copies of the marriage license with the Registrar of the municipality in which the marriage was performed within five (5) days of the ceremony.

What is the waiting period for a marriage license in New Jersey?

There is a 72-hour waiting period before the license is issued. The waiting period begins when the application is filed with the Local Registrar. There is no 72-hour waiting period for a remarriage; however, you must bring a certified copy of your existing marriage.

Do marriage licenses expire in NJ?

After the license is issued, the marriage license may ONLY be used in the state of New Jersey for (30) thirty days, after which time the license expires and you must begin the marriage license process over.