Marriage Licenses

Congratulations on Your Upcoming Marriage!

To help you through the process, we’ve outlined the necessary steps to complete before obtaining a Marriage License and before scheduling an appointment with the Town of Granby. 

PLEASE NOTE: All marriage licenses are done by appointments.  

Steps to Complete Before Scheduling an Appointment

Email the following information to: townclerk@granby-ct.gov  

  1. Marriage License Worksheet
    • Complete the fillable PDF worksheet (click here) electronically (typed), or print and fill out clearly by hand. 
    • Do not include Social Security Numbers on the form for cybersecurity reasons. 
    • Do not complete the bottom portion of the worksheet. 
  2. In the body of your email, include:
    • Date of the Marriage
    • Officiator’s Full name, address, phone number, and title of the officiant (e.g., Justice of the Peace, Reverend, Rabbi, Minister, etc.) 
    • Exact location and address of the ceremony, in Granby

Once all the required information is received, we will respond by email within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) to confirm receipt and invite you to call for an appointment. You will be asked to provide both spouses’ Social Security Numbers at the time that you book your appointment. 

To schedule your appointment: Call 860-844-5310
Appointments are scheduled 7 business days out from when all required information is received. 

Marriage License Appointment

At your scheduled appointment, both parties must: 

    • Appear in person 
    • Present a valid, unexpired photo ID (e.g., Driver’s License, Passport, Government-issued ID) and proof of address to match the Marriage License Worksheet.  

Important Reminders:

    • Marriage Licenses must be obtained from the Town Clerk's Office in the town where the ceremony will occur (in this case, Granby). 
    • A Marriage License is valid for 65 days from the date of issue. 
    • Appointments are available during regular office hours:
      •  Monday-Wed., 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
      • Thursday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
      • Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Fees

  • Marriage License: $50.00
  • Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate: $20.00 each
    • We highly recommend that couples pre-order multiple certified copies of the official marriage certificate (with a raised seal) at the time of their appointment.

This legal document serves as proof of marriage and will be required by various institutions, including but not limited to:

      • Social Security Administration
      • Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
      • U.S. Passport Agency
      • Health insurance providers
      • Employers
      • Banks and financial institutions

Having extra certified copies on hand can help streamline name changes and other updates to official records.

Accepted payment methods: cash or check

Name Change Resource:

For help with changing your last name after marriage, you may consider NewlyNamed. Please click here to visit.

Disclaimer: This is a third-party service. The Town of Granby makes no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or effectiveness of the information or services provided. Use at your own discretion.

Divorce Information

Filing for Divorce:

File in the judicial district where you or your spouse resides. Granby residents typically file at:

Hartford Judicial District - Family Division

90 Washington Street, Hartford, CT

860-706-5100

To request a divorce decree:

Contact the Superior Court where the divorce was granted.

For a link to the Superior Court directory, please click here.

Regional Probate Court

The Regional Probate Court serves Avon, Canton, Granby, and Simsbury. It handles estate administration, guardianship, conservatorship, and adoptions.

933 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT

860-658-3277

For a link to the Regional Probate Court website, please click here.

We look forward to helping you prepare for your big day! 

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