Marriage and civil partnership registration

Marriage and civil partnership ceremonies

Go to ceremonies and venues for information on a range of ceremonies available at Thurrock Register Office and other approved premises.

Passports for newlyweds and civil partners

Newlyweds and civil partners can apply in advance for a passport using their new name.

Go to GOV.UK: Passports for newlyweds and civil partners and download the application form (PD2).

Send the completed form by post to Thurrock Register Office, including a self-addressed stamped envelope and your daytime phone number.

Upon receipt, we will contact you to take a credit or debit card payment by phone, and will return the form to you once completed.

If you prefer, you can contact us to make an appointment.

There is a charge for this service. Check our fees and charges, under 'Other fees', for current details.

Thurrock Register Office – marriages and civil partnerships
Civic Offices, New Road, Grays, RM17 6SL

: 01375 375 245

: [email protected]

Opening hours:

  • Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm – all services
  • Saturday morning – ceremonies only

Our emergency out-of-hours contact service can be used for emergency marriages or civil partnerships for terminally ill residents.