Marriage Licences
You can apply for a marriage certificate in the City of Iqaluit through the Government of Nunavut Health Department.
A marriage certificate is needed to:
- Prove your marriage is legal
- Ensure that the rights of spouses and children are respected
- Apply for certain social benefits
- Settle an estate
- To change your surname to that of your spouse or to use a hyphenated surname
To get a marriage certificate, visit the Government of Nunavut Marriage Certificate page and fill out their online Application for Certificate form.