Personal checks will not be accepted. This page explains the procedure for obtaining a Marriage License from the Office of the New York City ClerkThe court has placed the most commonly used forms on line as a resource. Please be advised that the forms detailed below are intended to be a guide. Instructions: FILL IN THE NAMES OF THE PARTIES AND THE INDEX NUMBER. A certified copy of the last Decree of Divorce with Official Seal or a Certificate of Dissolution of Marriage is required. Just put the new name that you choose on your marriage license application. Intheblanks form authorizing a filing agent to efile documents on behalf of an individual attorney. (g) Upon receipt of the notarized affidavit, the county clerk shall file it as an amendment to the marriage license. Must apply in person for a marriage license to any Town or.