New York County, New York
Marriage license in New York County, New York
New York County issues marriage licenses through the Town, City Clerk, or NYC City Clerk Marriage Bureau at the New York office, under New York law (N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law §§ 13 et seq.).
New York County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- New York
- Issued by
- Town, City Clerk, or NYC City Clerk Marriage Bureau
- License fee
- $35–$40
- Waiting period
- 1 day
- Validity
- 60 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 1
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number
- Statute
- N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law §§ 13 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the New York County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.health.ny.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the New York County Clerk.