Apply for a marriage license

Submit an application and pay the license fee online. After payment, the clerk’s office will complete issuance when you present identification (as required by New York law).

License fee

$40.00

State $22.50 · Local $17.50

Spouse / Party A

First name

Last name

Phone (optional)

Spouse / Party B

First name

Last name

Contact & ceremony

Email for receipt

Planned marriage date (optional)

Mail certificate to (optional)

Paying online reserves your application with the clerk. A marriage license is issued only after the clerk verifies identity and completes the official record.

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