Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Connecticut.
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Plan aheadno waiting period — marry the same day you get the license · 2 witnesses must sign
License fees nearby: Fairfield County $50 · Hartford County $50 · Litchfield County $30 · Middlesex County $30 — check each clerk for where its license can be used.
Online ordination accepted
No registration required
Documents typically requested:
Connecticut accepts online ordinations. Verify with the local town clerk.
Connecticut allows ordained or licensed clergy to perform marriages. Online ordinations are generally accepted.
Connecticut Gen. Stat. § 46b-22Bridgeport Vital Statistics Office
999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Get directions →Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Get ordained online through the Church of Pride for $20. Your ordination is instant, valid for life, and recognized under First Amendment protections. Confirm local requirements with the Fairfield County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (203) 576-8208 and confirm that Fairfield County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate ready for the ceremony and to present to the clerk if asked.
Perform the Ceremony
Officiate the wedding ceremony. Make sure both parties and any required witnesses sign the marriage license. Keep the tone personal and celebratory — this is their day.
Return the License
Return the signed marriage license before the deadline — confirm timing with the clerk’s office. This is a critical step — the marriage isn’t official until the license is filed.
Yes — Fairfield County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Connecticut accepts online ordinations. Verify with the local town clerk.
No — Fairfield County does not require officiants to register before performing a wedding.
$50. Note: there is a None waiting period, and the license is valid for 65 days.
2 witnesses must sign the marriage license.
Bridgeport Vital Statistics Office — 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604 — phone (203) 576-8208 — hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
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Get Ordained — $20Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Marriage laws change frequently and can vary by county. Always verify current requirements with the local county clerk's office before officiating any ceremony. Information was last reviewed 2026-02-20.