Marriage Certificate

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Definition: Marriage Certificate


Marriage Certificate

Quick Summary of Marriage Certificate


A document that provides proof of a marriage, typically issued to the newlyweds a few weeks after they file for the certificate in a county office. Most US states require both spouses, the person who officiated the marriage and one or two witnesses to sign the marriage certificate; often this is done just after the ceremony.




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Definition Sources


Definitions for Marriage Certificate are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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