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Marriage licence appointments and civil ceremonies in Whitby, Ontario
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Apply through Ontario’s marriage-licence portal, select Whitby and book a town appointment. The licence appointment and the civil ceremony are separate services with separate fees.
Key information
Apply through Ontario’s marriage-licence portal, select Whitby and book a town appointment. The licence appointment and the civil ceremony are separate services with separate fees.
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Apply and collect the licence at a glance
- Submit the provincial online application with Whitby as the issuing municipality
Submit the provincial online application with Whitby as the issuing municipality. Wait for confirmation, then book through Service Whitby; walk-ins are not accepted.
- Prepare two original valid government IDs for each applicant, including one photo ID
Prepare two original valid government IDs for each applicant, including one photo ID. Uploaded acceptable documents change what the collecting applicant must bring; staff call before the appointment to verify the requirements.
- Bring the applicable original divorce or death documents and cash or debit
Bring the applicable original divorce or death documents and cash or debit. At least one applicant attends. Staff verify the application, administer a declaration and issue the paper licence.
Apply and collect the licence
- Submit the provincial online application with Whitby as the issuing municipality. Wait for confirmation, then book through Service Whitby; walk-ins are not accepted.
- Prepare two original valid government IDs for each applicant, including one photo ID. Uploaded acceptable documents change what the collecting applicant must bring; staff call before the appointment to verify the requirements.
- Bring the applicable original divorce or death documents and cash or debit. At least one applicant attends. Staff verify the application, administer a declaration and issue the paper licence.
Licence and ceremony costs
| Service | Listed amount |
|---|---|
| Resident licence | $155 |
| Non-resident licence | $165 |
| Civil ceremony including HST | $480.25 |
| Ceremony cancellation before pre-meeting | $67.80 |
| After pre-meeting | $124.30 |
| Within one week of ceremony | Non-refundable |
Book the ceremony and bring witnesses
Town ceremonies are held in Council Chambers and normally last about 15 minutes. Listed slots are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 9 a.m.,11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; availability must be confirmed. Call 905-430-4300 or visit 575 Rossland Road East.
At the officiant pre-meeting, bring the booking agreement, payment receipt, valid Ontario licence and photo ID. Supply names and addresses of two witnesses, each at least 14 years old, and confirm their attendance. Arrange an interpreter if needed; the interpreter cannot also serve as a witness.
The licence is valid anywhere in Ontario for 90 days. Its fee is non-refundable and validity cannot be extended.
Questions and answers
Can I walk into Town Hall for a licence?
No. Licence collection is by appointment through the Service Whitby booking tool.
Do both applicants have to attend collection?
At least one attends; staff verify the ID requirements based on uploaded documents.
Are health cards accepted as ID?
No. The town expressly excludes them.
What if an ID is not in English or French?
A certified translation is required.
How can I pay the licence fee?
Cash or debit. Resident and non-resident licence fees differ.
What Canadian divorce evidence is required?
An original or court-certified final decree, final judgment or certificate of divorce.
What about a divorce outside Canada?
The town requires Foreign Divorce Authorization; use the ServiceOntario process before collection.
How long is the licence valid?
90 days from issue, anywhere in Ontario. It cannot be extended.
Can a ceremony interpreter be one of my witnesses?
No. The town requires those roles to be separate.
How many witnesses must I arrange?
Two, one for each partner, both at least 14 years old.