Before the wedding · New Brunswick
How to get a marriage licence in New Brunswick
A marriage licence is the paperwork you get before the ceremony (the name change comes after). In New Brunswick, here is the fee, how long it lasts, who has to show up, and the age rules.
The essentials
| Where to get it | Service New Brunswick service-centre locations. |
|---|---|
| Fee | Approximately $115 — confirm the current fee with Service New Brunswick. |
| Validity | Valid 3 months. No waiting period — the licence is issued immediately if the application is in order. |
| Who must appear | One party may be excused from appearing using a “Personal Attendance Excused” form. |
| ID | Bring the identification Service New Brunswick requires. |
| Age & consent | 18+ (or previously married) without consent; 16–17 with an affidavit of consent. |
Official source: Service New Brunswick — Vital Statistics →
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Common Questions
How much is a marriage licence in New Brunswick?
Approximately $115 — confirm the current fee with Service New Brunswick.
How long is a marriage licence valid in New Brunswick?
Valid 3 months. No waiting period — the licence is issued immediately if the application is in order.
Do we both have to be there to get the licence in New Brunswick?
One party may be excused from appearing using a “Personal Attendance Excused” form.
After the wedding
The licence is the before; changing your name and ordering the marriage certificate come after.
Guidepost is not a law firm; this is general information, not legal advice. Fees and rules change and some vary by municipality — confirm the current details with the official source above. Full disclaimer. Last updated: July 2026.