Although the marriage license is issued immediately, the marriage ceremony may not take place within 24 hours from the exact time that the license was issued.
Appointment times are released 3 weeks in advance, usually Monday morning at 9am. Be sure to make your ceremony appointment for at least 24 hours after you receive your license. If you are coming from out of town you CAN we make an appointment for a ceremony before you have your marriage license.
Marriage Officiant Registration Clergy members or ministers of any religion; Leaders of the Society of Ethical Culture; The Mayor or any former Mayor of the City of New York; Federal, state, or local judges or justices, elected or appointed in the State of New York, who are currently serving or retired;
New York State does not recognize common-law marriage for relationships established within its borders. This means that regardless of how long a couple lives together or whether they consider themselves married, they will not be considered legally married in New York without a marriage license and a formal ceremony.
When can I get married? NY State Law requires a 24-hour waiting period before a ceremony can be performed. The license is valid for 60 days from the day after you receive it.
Application Requirements. You must be 18 and older to be permitted to marry in New York State. If you provide all necessary documents, you will get a Marriage License on the same day.