LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. is America’s #1 resource for ordering government-issued vital records online, such as official New Jersey marriage certificate copies, offering the convenience of rush delivery, secure credit card processing and 24-hour customer service. VitalChek is a government-approved organization so you don’t have to worry about hidden charges, inflated prices, or the security of your data.

VitalChek is your direct online connection for ordering official New Jersey marriage certificate copies from New Jersey Vital Records. Official marriage certificate copies issued through our service typically have raised or stamped seals and/or special security paper, depending on the issuing state’s requirements.

For enhanced security, VitalChek recommends selecting an express delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, when ordering official New Jersey marriage certificate copies. Choosing an express delivery service provides the ability to track your shipment from the time it’s sent by New Jersey Vital Records to the time it reaches your door, and provides insurance should your delivery be lost or damaged in transit.

-Marriage Records Copies of New Jersey marriage records will only be issued to the individual listed on the certificate, spouse, adult child, adult grandchild, adult sibling, *legal guardian or *legal representative. -Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships Copies of New Jersey civil union and domestic partnership certificates will only be issued to the two individuals who registered the civil union or domestic partnership, their immediate family or legal representative. *Proof of Entitlement Requirements - In addition to meeting the Identification Requirements listed above, anyone not listed above, including legal guardians and legal representatives, must fax proof of entitlement (power of attorney, etc.) to 877.553.2194. Attorneys must also provide a letter of explanation on their letterhead, along with a copy of their bar card. Important - If New Jersey Vital Records is unable to establish your entitlement to the record being ordered, a non-certified Certification will be used, which can be used for informational purposes only. A non-certified Certification cannot be used for legal purposes. Where Can The Document Be Shipped? New Jersey Vital Records will only ship copies of New Jersey marriage records to the entitled applicant's billing/identification address. Important - Your billing address and the address on the form of identification you submit, must match. Please note that express couriers will not ship to a P.O. Box.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

An official New Jersey marriage certificate copy is generally required documentation to show as proof of marriage. Other valid purposes for an official marriage certificate may include:

	Legal Name Change Processes
	Updating Bank Records
	Registering a Spouse for Insurance Benefits
	Social Security Benefits
	Replacing a Lost or Stolen Certificate

In addition to official marriage certificate copies, New Jersey Vital Records also issues certified copies of Birth Certificates and Death Certificates for events that occurred within the State of New Jersey. You may order copies of New Jersey Vital Records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.