Marriage Licenses

Information on Getting Married in New York State (NYS Department of Health)

Marriage License Information and Intake Form

Same Sex Marriage
On June 24, 2011, the New York State Legislature passed the Marriage Equality Act which was signed into law by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo the same day. This new law took effect on July 24, 2011.

Waiting Period
State law requires couples to wait 24 hours after receiving a license before they can be married unless a waiver of the waiting period is obtained by a State Supreme Court Justice.  

Officiants List
The City Clerk's Office has compiled a list of officiants who perform marriage ceremonies.