A marriage licence is a key step in getting married and the Township of Blandford-Blenheim is happy to provide this service to all members of the public. Licenses are available by appointment only. In the interest of community safety, we are only processing applications for Oxford County residents. Please call 519-463-5347 to set up your appointment. A marriage licence must be obtained within three months of the marriage date. The cost for a marriage licence is $110.00 (cheque, cash or debit).

You can fill out a Marriage Licence Application online, pick up, or fill out an application form in person from the Township Administration Office.

Visit the Township Administration Office with the completed application, along with your identification and supporting documents. Please ensure your application is completely filled out, inclusive of parents middle names. The licence will typically be issued the same day, usually within 30 minutes. One or both of you must attend at the Township Administration Office with the completed application.

Marriage Licence Applications must be submitted between 8:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. to allow time for same day processing. Please contact the office before coming in to ensure a license issuer is available to sign your license.

Blandford-Blenheim offers civil marriage services for Oxford County residents only, for community safety during the pandemic. A civil marriage may be performed by an Ontario judge, justice of the peace or municipal clerk. Civil marriage ceremonies last up to 30 minutes, depending on the vows chosen. The service time booked would be approximately one (1) hour to allow for photo opportunities and use of an interpreter if required.

Wedding Ceremonies may be conducted in the Council Chambers, which is located at 47 Wilmot St. S., Drumbo, Monday to Friday between 9:30am and 3:30pm.

The Township fee for civil marriage service is $250.00 on site, during municipal office hours.

Take a look at our Civil Marriage Ceremony Package. Contact our office at 519-463-5347 for more information.

When you get married, you don’t have to legally change your last name (surname). But if you choose to legally change your last name, you can do so through Service Ontario.