Revere Marriage License

Revere residents apply for a marriage license at the Revere City Clerk's office at 281 Broadway. The office offers services in both English and Spanish, which sets it apart from most clerk offices in the area. Both partners must appear in person together to file the application. This page covers the Revere office details, what documents to bring, the fee schedule, and the state rules that apply to every Massachusetts marriage license application.

Revere City Clerk Marriage License Office

The Revere City Clerk's office is at 281 Broadway and handles all marriage license applications for city residents. The office is bilingual, offering service in both English and Spanish, which reflects the diverse makeup of Revere's population. If Spanish is your preferred language, you can conduct your application in Spanish without needing to bring your own interpreter. This is one of the more practical features of the Revere office compared to nearby cities.

The city's page lists the license fee, ceremony option, and what to expect when you visit the Broadway office.

Friday is by appointment only. This is different from most clerk offices in Massachusetts, where Friday walk-in service is standard. If you want to visit on a Friday, call 781-286-8160 ahead of time to book a slot. Monday through Thursday you can walk in without an appointment during the 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM window. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to make sure you have enough time to complete the application.

City Hall Ceremonies in Revere

One thing that makes Revere stand out is the option to hold your marriage ceremony right at City Hall. For a $100 fee, the clerk's office can perform the ceremony for you. This is a simple, no-frills option that works well for couples who want a civil ceremony without booking a separate venue or officiant. You still need to get the license first and observe the 3-day waiting period before the ceremony can happen.

The ceremony option is handled through the same office at 281 Broadway. If you want to use this service, mention it when you file your application so the clerk can schedule a time. The $100 is separate from the $50 license fee, so the total if you use both services is $150. That is still much less than most other ceremony arrangements, and it is done in one place with no additional logistics to manage.

Note: Call 781-286-8160 to ask about ceremony scheduling when you apply, since availability may depend on the clerk's calendar for that week.

Documents Required for the Revere Marriage License

Both partners must show up together and sign the application in person. No exceptions for convenience. The only exceptions Massachusetts law recognizes are for active military duty, incarceration, or imminent death. If neither of those applies, both of you need to be at 281 Broadway at the same time during business hours.

Proof of age is required. Under MGL c. 207 § 33A, a driver's license does not qualify as proof of age for a marriage license application in Massachusetts. You must bring a birth certificate, passport, I-94, or I-551 (green card). This is a state law that applies in every city, including Revere. Come prepared with one of those documents for each applicant or the clerk cannot process your application that day.

You will also need your Social Security number. Bring the number, not necessarily the card. If you were previously married, be ready to tell the clerk how that marriage ended. For a divorce, bring the divorce decree if you have it. For a widowed spouse, bring the death certificate. These documents help the clerk confirm your eligibility under state law. Both applicants must also be at least 18, as Massachusetts no longer issues licenses to anyone younger under any circumstances.

The 3-Day Wait and Your License Window

After you file at the Revere City Clerk's office, Massachusetts law requires a 3-day wait before your license can be issued and used. The wait starts the day after you apply and includes weekends and holidays. File on a Monday, pick up on Thursday. File on a Thursday, pick up on Sunday at the earliest, though the office is closed on weekends, so you would actually pick it up Monday. Keep this in mind when planning your ceremony date.

The license is valid for 60 days from the filing date. If your ceremony does not happen within that window, the license expires and you have to start over. Most people do not run into this problem, but it is worth knowing if your plans might shift. The full guide at mass.gov/getting-married-in-massachusetts explains the timing in detail and covers the rest of the process from filing to the recorded marriage.

If the 3-day wait is a problem, a waiver is available through the Probate or District Court. The cost is around $195 under MGL c. 207 § 30. Suffolk County Probate and Family Court in Boston handles waivers for Revere residents. The state's waiver guide is at mass.gov/guides/marriage-without-delay. Not every request is approved, so apply early if you think you need one.

Recording the Marriage and Getting Copies

After the ceremony, the officiant must return the signed marriage license to the Revere City Clerk's office. This is required under MGL c. 207 § 40. The clerk records the marriage and files the original document. The license does not stay with you. Your officiant is legally responsible for returning it.

Once the marriage is recorded, you can get certified copies from the Revere City Clerk or from the state Registry of Vital Records and Statistics (RVRS). The RVRS is at 150 Mount Vernon Street in Dorchester and can be reached at 617-740-2600. The state office keeps records from every Massachusetts city and town. You can order copies there even if you later move out of Revere. Visit the RVRS website for ordering details. For guidance on how to request a copy, the state also has a dedicated page at mass.gov/how-to/request-a-marriage-certificate.

You will need certified copies for name changes, updating your Social Security record, changing your name on a passport, and updating insurance or bank accounts. Get at least two when you first order. It saves time compared to going back for them one at a time later.

Nearby Cities

These nearby cities have marriage license pages with local clerk details.

Suffolk County Marriage Licenses

Revere is part of Suffolk County. For a broader look at how marriage licenses work across Suffolk County towns and cities, visit the county page.