Yes, under certain circumstances, with a requisite showing of financial interdependence, a domestic partner may be covered under a health insurance family contract in New York. However, the insurer is not obligated to cover a domestic partner. This coverage is permissive, rather than mandatory.
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.
Domestic partners are eligible to qualify as a family member entitled to succeed to the tenancy or occupancy rights under Department of Housing Preservation and Development rules. Health benefits. Domestic partners are entitled to health benefits provided by the City of New York.
You or your Domestic partner may terminate your Domestic Partnership by filing a Termination Statement in person at one of our office locations, by making an appointment for Domestic Partnership Registration at .nyc/cupid.
A couple can register a domestic partnership if: The partners have a close and committed personal relationship and have been living together continuously. Both partners are New York City residents, or at least one person is employed by the City on the date of registration. Both people are 18 years of age or older.
Yes, under certain circumstances, with a requisite showing of financial interdependence, a domestic partner may be covered under a health insurance family contract in New York.
The partners must sign a domestic partnership affidavit at the clerk's office to swear to their residency. Both people are 18 years of age or older. Neither partner is currently married. Neither person is currently in a domestic partnership or has been in another domestic partnership within the last six months.