Need Your Certified Marriage Certificate Today? Here’s How I Can Help

Bride and partner signing their marriage license in Union County New Jersey before receiving their certified marriage certificate the same day.

Say “I Do” and Get Your Certified Marriage Certificate the Same Day

Whether you're planning an elopement ceremony or simply need your marriage license signed and witnessed, the goal is the same — to be legally married and to walk away with your Certified Marriage Certificate in hand.

Many couples don’t realize that it’s possible to receive their Certified Marriage Certificate on the same day they get married.

The relief and happiness my couples feel when they leave with their Certified Marriage Certificate in hand is one of the reasons this service has become a favorite.

New Jersey elopement couple smiling while signing their marriage license before receiving their certified marriage certificate the same day.

What Is a Certified Marriage Certificate (and Why You Need It Fast)

Your Certified Marriage Certificate is not the same as your marriage license.

You’ll need this certified document for things like:

  • Changing your name

  • Updating immigration records (K-1 visa, green card applications, etc.)

  • Adding your spouse to health insurance or benefits

  • Buying a home or applying for joint loans

  • Legal, financial, and even some travel purposes

Happy couple at the Union County registrar office smiling after filing paperwork to receive their certified marriage certificate the same day.

Many couples come to me with urgent needs. Whether they’re finalizing an immigration case, traveling abroad, or meeting a legal deadline, and they’re relieved to discover that same-day processing is possible with the right guidance.

Couple at the New Jersey registrar office preparing to file their marriage license to receive their certified marriage certificate on the same day.

How My Same-Day Certified Marriage Certificate Service Works

I personally handle the entire process for you. Here’s how simple it is:

  1. You get married, whether in an elopement ceremony or a simple license signing.

  2. I file your marriage license immediately with the Registrar.

  3. You receive your Certified Marriage Certificate the same day.

Close-up of bride’s hands and ring while partner signs the marriage license during a New Jersey same-day certified marriage certificate service.

This service saves you time, eliminates stress, and ensures there are no delays or mistakes with your paperwork. I’ve built strong working relationships with local Registrars across Union County, Essex County, Hudson County, Middlesex County, and beyond, allowing me to assist couples efficiently and professionally.

Happy couple holding their New Jersey certified marriage certificate after using the same-day service.

Why Couples Choose Me for Their Marriage Certificate Service

With over 10 years of experience officiating and assisting couples, from right here in the U.S. to couples coming from as far as London and Australia.

I’ve seen every type of marriage situation imaginable. My couples know they can count on me to make their process smooth, stress-free, and handled with care.

I take pride in offering a service that’s not only professional but personal. Whether you’re eloping in New Jersey or flying in from overseas to make your union official, I’m here to make sure your marriage is legally recognized and beautifully handled.

Elopement couple smiling and holding their certified marriage certificate after using New Jersey same-day service.

Who This Service Is Perfect For

  • Couples on tight deadlines

  • Those managing immigration or visa paperwork

  • Anyone planning a destination wedding or elopement

  • Couples who need proof of marriage for travel or insurance

  • Out-of-state or international couples marrying in New Jersey

If you fall into any of these categories, this service was designed exactly for you.

New Jersey elopement couple kissing while holding their certified marriage certificate received on the same day.

Real Couples, Real Results

Over the years, I’ve had the joy of helping couples from across the U.S., the U.K., and Australia complete their marriage paperwork seamlessly, often within hours.

Many describe it as “life-changing” because it allowed them to focus on celebrating their love instead of worrying about paperwork.

Close-up of wedding rings and bouquet during a New Jersey elopement with a couple who received their certified marriage certificate the same day.

Don’t Confuse Your License with Your Certificate

It’s easy to mix up the two. Your marriage license is what you apply for before your wedding day; your certified marriage certificate is what you receive after the wedding. Without the certificate, your marriage isn’t legally finalized. With my same-day service, there’s no waiting, no courthouse confusion, and no wondering.

Witness signing the marriage license during a New Jersey elopement where witnesses were provided as part of the service.
Second witness signing the marriage license during a New Jersey elopement where witnesses were provided as part of the service.

Need Witnesses? I Can Provide Them

In New Jersey, you’ll need two witnesses on your elopement day to sign your marriage license.

If you're eloping without guests or simply don’t have anyone available, I can provide witnesses for you.

Many of my couples choose this option to keep their day simple and private.

New Jersey elopement officiant standing with the couple and wedding party after helping them receive their certified marriage certificate the same day.

Available Throughout New Jersey

This service is available to couples marrying in:

  • Union County

  • Essex County

  • Hudson County

  • Middlesex County

  • Somerset County

  • And surrounding areas

If you’re traveling in for your wedding or elopement, I can assist with scheduling, witnesses, and even photography or videography add-ons to make your day complete.

Outdoor portrait of a New Jersey elopement couple embracing after receiving their certified marriage certificate the same day.

See Real Couples and Same-Day Certificate Moments

If you'd like to see how beautifully this process comes together, visit my Elopement Portfolio.

There you’ll find real couples who received their Certified Marriage Certificate on the same day, along with photo and video highlights from my trusted media team.

You'll also be able to read genuine testimonials from couples who booked this service and left with both unforgettable memories and their Certified Marriage Certificate in hand.

Explore my Elopement Portfolio and see what your day could look like.

New Jersey elopement officiant smiling with the couple after helping them secure their certified marriage certificate the same day.

Let’s Make It Official — Fast

If you’re getting married in New Jersey and need your Certified Marriage Certificate issued the same day, you’re in the right place.

I’ll handle the details so you can focus on your ceremony, your photos, and your celebration.

Check my availability and reserve your same-day Certified Marriage Certificate service today.

Full-length outdoor portrait of a New Jersey elopement couple after receiving their certified marriage certificate the same day.
Aretha Gaskin

Aretha Gaskin is a Professional Wedding Officiant with over a decade of experience, dedicated to infusing absolute magic into every ceremony, ensuring that this pivotal moment is treated with the utmost care and reverence.

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