What are the legal requirements to get married in New York?
Legal age for marriage is 18 years for both men and women. If 16 or 17 years old
then parental consent is required.
At least one witness is required.
How long do I have to be resident in New York before I can get married?
You must wait 24 hours after obtaining a marriage licence before the ceremony
can be performed.
Getting a marriage licence
In New York State you both need to apply in person at the City or County Clerk’s
Office for a licence, which is issued on the same day and is valid for 60 days.
Your wedding planner will usually help you to arrange an appointment to apply
for the licence.
What legal papers do I need to take with me?
Birth Certificates
Valid photo identification, e.g. passport.
If you have been divorced then the final divorce papers may be required to be
shown.
If you are widowed then the death certificate of your previous spouse may be
required to be shown.