Marriage Licences and Weddings

Marriage Licences

Marriage licence fee

The licence fee is $125.00, payable by cash or debit. No personal cheques or credit cards are accepted. This fee is non-refundable.

Application requirements

Both people must complete and sign the Marriage Licence Application Form and provide two original, valid pieces of identification with the application. Photocopies of documents are not accepted.

One person may submit the completed application; however, two pieces of valid original identification are required for each applicant.

You must be at least 16 years old to get a marriage licence. Parental consent is required for applicants under the age of 18.

Marriage Licences are issued during regular business hours.  Upon receiving the Marriage Licence Application and the fee, a receipt will be issued.  If your Application cannot be processed immediately, you will be contacted by the Clerk’s Office once it is ready to be picked up.  All Applications will be processed within 2 business days.

Identification requirements

At least one piece of valid original identification must include your photo. Examples of acceptable government-issued identification include:

• Birth Certificate
• Passport
• Driver's Licence
• Nexus Card
• Permanent Residency Card
• Citizenship Card/Certificate
• Ontario Photo Card

A certified translator must translate any document not written in English or French.

Marriage licence validity

Once issued, a marriage licence is valid anywhere in Ontario for 90 days.

Divorced in Canada

You must submit one of the below documents with your application. An original or court-certified copy of the:

• certificate of divorce
• final decree

The court that granted the divorce can provide either of these documents. A divorce judgment or order, an uncertified photocopy, or a decree nisi are not acceptable.

Divorced outside of Canada

Please contact ServiceOntario for more information before applying for a marriage licence.

On-line Applications for Marriage Certificates (Proof of Marriage)

The on-line application is available through ServiceOntario

Civil Marriage Services

The Town of Kingsville offers civil marriage ceremonies at the Municipal office Monday through Friday. Ceremonies are available by appointment only and must be booked in person at the Municipal Office. You must fill out the Civil Marriage Ceremony Application and provide one piece of valid, original photo identification.

The Town offers civil marriage ceremonies off site and after hours for an additional cost.

All prices include a $50.00 non-refundable cancellation fee. The cost of a marriage licence is separate from the ceremony fee. Payment is due in full at the time of booking. The Town accepts cash or debit.

Requirements

You must purchase a marriage licence and bring two witnesses to the ceremony.

For more information about marriage licences and civil ceremonies, please call the Legislative Services Department at the number provided.