Marriage Licences

Marriage Licence Application Form

Cost of Licence: $152.00 (subject to change every January 1)

Prior to getting married in the Province of Ontario, you need to obtain a Marriage Licence. The Licence is valid for up to 90 days (3 months) and for use anywhere in Ontario.

You must be 18 years old to obtain a licence, or have parental/guardian consent.

The licence is valid for use anywhere within Ontario

Licences are issued by appointment only, with limited exceptions. To make an appointment, please use the Legislative Services Booking Form.

For more information on getting married in Ontario, please visit the Ontario Government website.

Provide 2 pieces of government-issued identification for each person getting married. 1 piece of identification must include your photo.

Examples of government-issued identification:

• Government-issued Birth Certificate, including any change of name certificates
• Valid Passport
• Record of Immigrant Landing
• Canadian Citizenship Card
• Valid Driver's Licence
• Valid Ontario Photo Card

Information you should know before the Town issues a Marriage Licence is as follows:

Divorce issued in Canada:

An original Certificate of Divorce must be presented with an original signature and seal.

Out of Country Divorce:

Approval is required from the Office of the Registrar General.

For further information please view the Town of Gravenhurst's Foreign Divorce Information Reference.