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Will my marriage certificate be mailed to me?
What is a marriage certificate? After your wedding, your officiant (the person who performed your wedding) will send your marriage license back to the county office where it was issued. The county office issues your marriage certificate and mails it to you. It should arrive 2-4 weeks after your wedding.
How long does it take to get a marriage certificate in Canada?
Before you can get a marriage certificate, your marriage needs to be registered. The officiant who performed the marriage will send your completed and signed marriage licence to ServiceOntario so the marriage can be registered. You can order a marriage certificate about 6-8 weeks after this happens.
Where do I get a certified copy of my marriage certificate?
Married in the U.S.: How to Get a Certified Copy of a Marriage Certificate. Contact the state vital records office. They may direct you to the clerk of the city or county where the license was issued or to another local office.
Are marriages public record in Ontario?
Marriages are recorded in civil registration and/or in parish registers / church records. Our Births, Marriages and Deaths Recorded in Canada database is an index to a few collections held at Library and Archives Canada that include some references to marriages.
What is the difference between a marriage license and a marriage certificate in Ontario?
The marriage licence is the piece of paper you bring to your ceremony and sign with your officiant and witnesses. You need this to legally get married. The marriage certificate is the piece of paper you receive after your ceremony that says you are legally wed.
How much does a marriage certificate cost in Ontario?
Marriage certificate
Marriage certificate | Processing and delivery | Cost |
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Regular service (online) | 15 business days plus delivery by Canada Post No service guarantees apply | $15 |
Premium service (online) | 5 business days including delivery by courier No service guarantees apply | $45 |
How can I check the status of my Ontario marriage certificate?
If you have not received your Marriage Certificate within the expected timeframe, you may contact the Office of The Registrar General to check the status of your application. Toll Free: 1-800-461-2156 (Ontario Only) Telephone: 416-325-8305. You can also check the status of your application online.
Where can I get a marriage certificate in Toronto?
Marriage Certificates Ontario Marriage Certificates are issued by the Ministry of Government & Consumer Services, Office of the Registrar General for marriages occurring in the past 70 years. You can apply by mail, in person or online. Applications are available at City of Toronto Registry Services Offices or at Land Registry Offices.
Where can I apply for a death certificate in Ontario?
Welcome to the Office of the Registrar General’s Online Certificate Application website. You can apply for birth, death or marriage certificates for events that have been registered in Ontario. (Registration can take 10 to 16 weeks from the date the birth, marriage or death took place,…
How can I order a marriage certificate online?
To order a marriage certificate you need: If your browser is having issues completing your transaction (s), check to see if your browser supports TLS 1.2. Note: The status of your online application becomes available 1 business day after you submit it.