Weymouth Marriage Records
Weymouth marriage records are kept by the Town Clerk at 75 Middle Street. The office issues marriage licenses, records completed ceremonies, and provides certified copies to those who need them. You can visit in person or reach out by phone or email. The Town Clerk's vault holds documents dating back to the colonial era. The state Registry of Vital Records and Statistics also holds copies for all Massachusetts marriages since 1931.
Weymouth Overview
Weymouth Town Clerk Office
The Weymouth Town Clerk is Kathleen A. Deree. The office is at 75 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189. Phone is 781-340-5017. Email is kderee@weymouth.ma.us. Weymouth is a town, so the office is called the Town Clerk rather than City Clerk. The function is the same: the office issues marriage licenses, records completed ceremonies, and provides certified copies of vital records. The vault holds documents going back to the colonial days of the 1640s, making it one of the older record sets in the state.
Call or email the office to confirm current office hours and what to bring before you visit. For mail requests, write to the Town Clerk at 75 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189. Include both parties' full names, the marriage date, your return address, and a check or money order for the applicable fee. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope so the clerk can return the copies. Allow extra time for mail processing compared to an in-person visit.
The Weymouth Town Clerk page at the town website lists all services, contact details, and how to request vital records.
Check this page before visiting to confirm current hours, fees, and any documentation requirements for your record request.
| Office | Weymouth Town Clerk |
|---|---|
| Town Clerk | Kathleen A. Deree |
| Address | 75 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189 |
| Phone | 781-340-5017 |
| kderee@weymouth.ma.us | |
| Website | weymouth.ma.us/1545/Town-Clerk |
Requesting Marriage Records in Weymouth
Certified copies of Weymouth marriage certificates cost $15 per copy. In-person requests are the fastest way to get a copy. Bring a photo ID and know the full names of both parties along with the approximate marriage date. Staff can usually provide copies the same day for in-person requests.
For mail requests, send both parties' names, the marriage date, your return address, and a check or money order for $15 per copy. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing time for mail is longer than in person. If you need the copy by a specific date, visiting in person is the better option. Email the clerk's office at kderee@weymouth.ma.us if you have questions about the process before sending a mail request.
You can also order copies from the state. The Registry of Vital Records and Statistics at 150 Mount Vernon Street in Dorchester, MA 02125 holds all Massachusetts marriages since 1931. Phone is 617-740-2600. The RVRS also offers ordering through VitalChek online. State certified copies cost $20 in person or $32 by mail.
Getting a Marriage License in Weymouth
To get a marriage license in Weymouth, both applicants must appear at the Town Clerk's office together. No Weymouth residency is required. Bring a valid photo ID for each person. Contact the office at 781-340-5017 to confirm the current license fee and any additional requirements before your visit.
Massachusetts law under MGL Chapter 207 sets a mandatory 3-day waiting period before the license becomes valid. Once active, it is good for 60 days. The ceremony must take place within that window or the license expires. Plan the application date so the waiting period clears with enough time before the ceremony. Both applicants must be at least 18 years old. If you need to waive the wait, apply to a Probate or District Court. The court charges $195 for that process and does not approve it automatically.
The Weymouth town website provides general information on town services and how to contact the various departments, including the Town Clerk.
Use the town website to find updated contact information and links to the Town Clerk's office and other vital records resources.
After the ceremony, the officiant signs the license and returns it to the Town Clerk. The clerk records it and submits a report to the state. That becomes the official marriage certificate. Certified copies can be ordered once the record is on file.
Historical Marriage Records
Weymouth's Town Clerk vault holds documents dating back to the 1640s. That makes it one of the more complete local record sets in Massachusetts. For marriages from before 1841, the town's own records and the vault collection are often the best starting point. Church records can also fill gaps for very early marriages, since many were recorded by the local congregation rather than by civil authorities.
For marriages from 1841 to 1930, the Massachusetts State Archives at 220 Morrissey Boulevard in Boston holds the statewide vital records. Phone is 617-727-2816. Certified copies cost $3. Use the Secretary of State's online search tool to check whether a record exists before ordering copies in person or by mail.
The Registry of Vital Records and Statistics (RVRS) at 150 Mount Vernon Street in Dorchester, MA 02125 holds all Massachusetts marriages from 1931 to the present. Phone is 617-740-2600. In-person certified copies cost $20. Mail orders cost $32. The RVRS also accepts online orders through VitalChek.
Weymouth Historical Society
The Weymouth Historical Society maintains a collection of local history materials and has made some vital records available as PDFs online. If you are researching a Weymouth family and need records that are not in the clerk's office or the state archives, the historical society is worth checking. Their online resources can save a trip to a physical location for researchers who already know roughly what they are looking for.
Contact the Weymouth Historical Society directly for details on what is available online and what requires an in-person visit. For marriages from early Weymouth families, the society's collection may include church registers, private diaries, and other primary sources that supplement the official record system.
Online Ordering Options
The Registry of Vital Records and Statistics offers online ordering through VitalChek for Massachusetts vital records, including marriage certificates. Orders placed online are processed by the state and mailed to you. The fee for mail orders through the RVRS is $32. The RVRS holds copies of all Massachusetts marriages from 1931 forward. VitalChek also accepts phone orders. This is a convenient option if you are not able to visit the Town Clerk's office or the state office in person.
For older marriages from 1841 to 1930, the State Archives does not have an online ordering system. You must contact the archives at 617-727-2816 or visit in person at 220 Morrissey Boulevard in Boston. The Secretary of State's vital records search tool can help confirm a record exists before you make the trip.
Norfolk County Marriage Records
Weymouth is in Norfolk County. Marriage licenses are issued at the town level, but the county page covers Probate Court records and broader Norfolk County resources.
Nearby Cities
These nearby cities have their own marriage records pages with local clerk contact details and information on requesting certified copies.