Finding a typo on your marriage license can feel like a disaster, but it happens more often than you think. Whether your officiant misspelled your name or the clerk entered the wrong birth date, here is how to fix it fast.
- Catch it before the ceremony: If you notice the error before the wedding, contact the County Clerk immediately. Most offices can void the incorrect license and issue a corrected one on the spot for a small fee (or sometimes for free).
- Catch it after the ceremony: If the license has already been signed and mailed, you are now correcting a Marriage Certificate. This is more formal.
- The “Affidavit of Correction”: Most states require you to file an “Affidavit of Amendment” or “Correction Form.” You’ll need to provide proof of the correct info (like a birth certificate or passport) and have the form notarized.
- Expect a small fee: Amending a certificate usually costs between $10 and $30, and you’ll receive a new certified copy once processed.
Oops! How to Fix a Mistake on Your Marriage License or Certificate
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