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1. If I was married in another state, do I need to enter in a marriage in New Jersey in order to have my marriage recognized in New Jersey?

No. Just as with opposite-sex couples, so long
as your out-of-state marriage is consistent with the laws and public policy of
New Jersey, your marriage is valid and recognized in this State and you will
not need to enter into a New Jersey marriage. 

2. Is my marriage on file in New Jersey if I was married in another state or country?

No. You must contact the state or country in
which you were married. 

3. Who can perform marriages in New Jersey?

Each judge of the United States Court of Appeals
for the Third Circuit, each judge of the federal district court, United States
magistrate, judge of a municipal court, judge of the Superior Court, judge of a
tax court, retired judge of the Superior Court or Tax Court, or judge of the Superior
Court or Tax Court, the former County Court, the former County Juvenile and
Domestic Relations Court, or the former County District Court who has resigned
in good standing, surrogate of any county, county clerk and any mayor or former
mayor not currently serving on the municipal governing body or the deputy mayor
when authorized by the mayor, or chairman of any township committee or village
president of this State, and every minister of every religion, are hereby
authorized to solemnize marriages or civil unions between such persons as may
lawfully enter into the matrimonial relation or civil union; and every
religious society, institution or organization in this State may join together
in marriage or civil union such persons according to the rules and customs of
the society, institution or organization. A civil celebrant shall be authorized
to solemnize marriages or civil unions if certified by the Secretary of State.

4. Can Internet ministers perform my marriage ceremony?

Yes. It is recommended you check the Internet
website for the particular Internet ministry to verify that their ministers are
authorized to perform marriage ceremonies.