How to Obtain a Marriage License in NYC
If you are getting married, chances are that you have put quite a bit of thought and preparation into the big day. However, although it may fall on the more mundane end of tasks you need to accomplish, you should not forget to obtain your marriage license. Getting a marriage license in New York City is not difficult, but does require some preparation and foresight. Since a marriage license in the state of New York is valid for 60 days, save yourself some stress and don't leave it until the last minute.
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Instructions
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Fill out the online New York City marriage license application and submit it to the City Clerk through the "City Clerk Online" option. This can be found at:
www.cityclerk.nyc.gov/html/marriage/license.shtml
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Appear in person at your local Office of the City Clerk with your prospective spouse to complete the application process. The application you began online must be signed in person.
Manhattan Office
141 Worth Street
New York, NY 10013
Bronx Office
Supreme Court Building
851 Grand Concourse, Room B131
Bronx, NY 10451
Brooklyn Office
Brooklyn Municipal Building
210 Joralemon Street, Room 205
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Queens Office
Borough Hall Building
120-55 Queens Boulevard, Ground Floor, Room X001
Kew Gardens, NY 11424
Staten Island Office
Borough Hall Building
10 Richmond Terrace, Room 311
Staten Island, NY 10301
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Present a form of state issued identification (such as a driver's license) and pay the assessed license fee via credit card or money order. Check with the clerk's office to get information on current fees.
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Look over your marriage license carefully to make sure that all the information is correct before leaving the clerk's office.
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Tips & Warnings
Unless you obtain a Judicial Waiver, marriages cannot be performed within 24 hours of receiving the marriage license.
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