Hon. Kenneth W. Boulden, Jr.
Clerk Of the Peace

Address:

Marriage Bureau
Louis L. Redding,
City/County Bldg.
800 North French Street,
2nd Floor
Wilmington, DE 19801
Map and directions

Phone:

(302) 395-7780

Hours:

Monday through Friday

8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

(closed 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)

Ceremonies

Ceremonies are performed at the Marriage Bureau by appointment. The ceremonies are scheduled/reserved at the time the marriage/civil union license is issued.

Civil Marriage Ceremony

The Ceremony Fee for Civil Marriage Ceremonies performed at the Marriage Bureau if either applicant is a Delaware resident is $50.00 or $100.00 if neither applicant is a Delaware resident. Acceptable forms of payment include: Cash, Debit Card, Visa, Mastercard and Discover Card.
The bride and groom must provide at least two (2) witnesses, at least 18 years of age, at the time of their wedding ceremony.
The bride and groom, and their two (2) witnesses must show a valid photo ID when checking in at the time of their ceremony. Acceptable forms of id include a valid State I.D. or Driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles, Passport, Military I.D. (Active Military Duty), or Government Consulate I.D.

Civil Union Ceremony

The Ceremony Fee for Civil Union Ceremonies performed at the Marriage Bureau if either applicant is a Delaware resident is $50.00 or $100.00 if neither applicant is a Delaware resident. Acceptable forms of payment include: Cash, Debit Card, Visa, Mastercard and Discover Card.
The parties must provide at least two (2) witnesses, at least 18 years of age, at the time of their civil union ceremony.
The parties and their two (2) witnesses must show a valid photo ID when checking in at the time of their ceremony. Acceptable forms of id include a valid State I.D. or Driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles, Passport, Military I.D. (Active Military Duty), or Government Consulate I.D.

Live Streaming of Ceremony

Have your ceremony broadcast in real time on the internet for family and friends in different states or countries to view. (Must be scheduled in advance) $50.00.

Ceremony DVD

Have your ceremony recorded on DVD for a lifetime of memories. $30.00.

Celebrate Your Anniversary

In addition to performing marriage/civil union ceremonies, The Clerk of the Peace also pays special tribute to couples celebrating their anniversaries by reaffirming and renewing their vows. Unique heirloom certificates are available for commemorating the occasion.