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If you do not have access to a computer, you may visit the Family Division to file your marriage application and related documents, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Cashier hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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The Family Division is open for the distribution of marriage licenses between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The division is also open on Saturday, Sunday and specific holidays by pre-arrangement and upon the payment of a One Hundred and Fifty Dollar ($150.00) surcharge per couple. Marriage licenses are distributed on Saturday, Sunday and specific holidays, at a time determined by the Clerk's office.
Observed Holidays
New Year’s Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Carnival Saturday (all islands)
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
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Requirements when applying for a Marriage license:
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In accordance with 16 V.I. Code Ann. § 31, marriage is declared to be a civil contract which may be entered into between two people in accordance with law.
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Marriage Cover Sheet; Applications for Marriage License and License and Certificate of Marriage are available in the Family Division of the Clerk’s Office.
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Pursuant to 16 V.I. Code Ann. § 35, before a marriage license can be issued, applicants may be administered an oath in person or the applicants may read and sign the application as the oath language is contained therein.
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Please note that a valid government issued form of identification is required (Passport or Driver's License).
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After your wedding ceremony and the signing of the completed Certificate of Marriage I will file the form with Superior Court and obtain 5 certified copies of it for you.
