PROOF OF SINGLE STATUS
No Record of Marriage Certificate Apostille
Marrying abroad and asked to prove you are single? We obtain a Massachusetts certificate of no record of marriage, have it apostilled for your destination and deliver it on time.
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SINGLE STATUS
Official record, apostilled
From the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records.
- Marriage in Vietnam and abroad
- Fiancé and marriage visas
- Combined with a single status affidavit
- Records from other states
What a no record of marriage certificate is
When clients need one
- Registering a marriage in Vietnam, the Philippines, China or other countries
- Fiancé and marriage visas abroad
- Proving single status for residency or family reunification
- Religious and civil ceremonies that require evidence of freedom to marry
- Supporting a single status affidavit when the foreign office wants an official record
A real example: Vietnam
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Tell us what you need, and we will take care of every step.
No record certificate or single status affidavit?
| Document | What it is | When it is used |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of no record of marriage | An official record from the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics confirming no marriage is recorded in Massachusetts for the period searched | When the foreign office wants a government-issued record |
| Single status affidavit | Your sworn statement, notarized, that you are not married | When a sworn statement is accepted. See Single Status Affidavit |
| Both together | The official record plus your sworn statement | When you lived in several places, or the office wants both |
A Massachusetts record covers marriages recorded in Massachusetts only. If you lived in other states, the receiving office may ask for records from those states or a single status affidavit as well.
How we handle it
- 1
Confirm what the foreign office requires
Some want the no record certificate, others a sworn affidavit, and some want both. We confirm before ordering.
- 2
We request the certificate
We obtain the certificate from the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics on your behalf.
- 3
Massachusetts apostille
Filed in person with the Secretary of the Commonwealth for your destination country.
- 4
Translation and delivery
We add certified translation when required and ship with tracking, with a scan emailed for your records.
Good to know
Recently issued
Many countries want evidence of single status issued within the last three to six months.
Other states
If you lived elsewhere, those states may issue their own records. We coordinate them in one order. See Documents From Other States.
Divorced or widowed
You may also need a certified divorce decree or death certificate. See Divorce Decree Apostille.
Getting married abroad
See our full guide to the documents couples need. See Getting Married Abroad.
Official sources
- Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics
- Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth: apostilles and certifications
- Hague Conference: Apostille Convention status table
Requirements change, and the receiving office always has the final word. We confirm current requirements with every quote.
Frequently asked questions
What is a certificate of no record of marriage?
An official record from the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics confirming that no marriage is recorded for you in Massachusetts for the period searched.
Can it be apostilled?
Yes. It is issued by a state vital records office, so the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth can apostille it.
Is it accepted in Vietnam?
We have prepared it for use in Vietnam, which has accepted apostilles since September 11, 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the office registering your marriage.
Do I also need a single status affidavit?
Some countries accept the certificate alone, others want both. We confirm before ordering.
Need proof of single status for a marriage abroad?
Tell us the destination and your wedding date, and we will obtain and apostille everything you need.