Connecticut recognizes online ordinations and does not require ministers to register with a government office before performing marriages.
Connecticut Gen. Stat. § 46b-22No Registration Required
The marriage license is obtained from the town clerk in the town where the ceremony will take place. There is a 65-day validity period.
Same-sex couples have married legally in Connecticut since November 12, 2008 — by court ruling.
The state supreme court's Kerrigan ruling made Connecticut the second state where same-sex couples could marry.
Every Church of Pride minister can officiate for every couple — that’s the point.
Select a county below to see local officiant requirements, marriage license info, and clerk contact details.
Disclaimer: Marriage laws change frequently and can vary by county. The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always verify current requirements with the local county clerk's office where the wedding will take place before officiating any ceremony.