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rusticbride
Master May 2014

How many certified copies should I get of our marriage license?

rusticbride, on March 28, 2014 at 3:12 PM Posted in Style and Décor 0 6
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We're applying for a marriage license next month. Can anyone recommend how many certified copies we should get out of the gate? In order to change my name, how many different outlets need a certified copy vs. a regular copy? Any help would be nice. I'd just like to know how much cash I should bring.

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Latest activity by Allison, on March 29, 2014 at 2:16 PM
  • Celia Milton
    Celia Milton ·
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    I tell my couples to get three, and put one in a safe deposit box.

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  • Allyson
    Master May 2014
    Allyson ·
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    Most places I've seen that require a certified copy to change your name give it back. I would still get 2 or 3 in case you have to send one out (for your passport for example). I like Celia's advice to put one in the safe deposit box.

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  • J
    Master January 2014
    Jules ·
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    I've only needed one. The only place that needed it and I couldn't get it back right away was for my passport, so I did that last.

    ETA - and I got my copy back in the mail without any issue.

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    Master October 2013
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    I ordered 4 and still have 4. No one actually wanted to keep the copy when I went to SSA and DMV. Good to have though!

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  • tiki monkey-buns
    VIP March 2014
    tiki monkey-buns ·
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    Thanks, ladies, I'm getting ready to start the name change process so this is really helpful!

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  • Allison
    Super May 2014
    Allison ·
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    As for cash...search your local city, county, or state government website. They will tell you the procedure, hours of operation, and cost.

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