Apply For An Albany Marriage License
Where do we need to go to apply for a marriage license in Albany, New York?
In New York State, marriage licenses are issued by the City Clerk’s office. Marriage licenses issued by any City Clerk’s office in the state of New York are valid anywhere in the state. The Albany City Clerk’s office can be found in Room 202 in the City Hall, located at 24 Eagle Street in Albany. The City Clerk’s office issues marriage licenses from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can call (518) 434-5090 to contact the City Clerk’s office if you have any questions. Requirements for marriage licenses can also be found online at Albany Marriage License.
What documents do we need to show when we apply for a marriage license in Albany, New York?
You must appear together at the Albany City Clerk’s office and present two forms of identification. One of these should be your birth certificate and the other should be a valid photo I.D. such as a driver’s license or a passport.
Do we need to present results from a blood test to apply for a marriage license in Albany, New York?
No, you do not need to present results from a blood test to apply for a marriage license in Albany because blood test results are no longer required to apply for a marriage license in the state of New York.
What is the marriage license fee at the City Clerk’s office in Albany, New York?
The marriage license fee at the Albany City Clerk’s office is $40.00. You must be prepared to pay this fee in cash at the time that you apply. The Albany City Clerk’s office does not accept other forms of payment.
After we are issued our marriage license, is there a waiting period before we can be married in Albany, New York?
Yes, after you are issued your marriage license, there is a waiting period of 24 hours before you can realize your marriage ceremony in New York State.
When does our marriage license expire?
A marriage license issued by the Albany City Clerk’s office expires 60 days from the day that the license is issued. You must realize your marriage ceremony before your marriage license expires. If either one of you is active military, your marriage license will expire 180 days from the day that the license is issued.
Who can perform our marriage ceremony in Albany, New York?
Any authorized person, such as most religious leaders, can perform your marriage ceremony in Albany, New York. If you have questions about who is authorized to perform your marriage ceremony, you should contact the Albany City Clerk’s office.
Who issues marriage certificates in Albany, New York?
The Albany City Clerk’s office issues marriage certificates after the original marriage license has been recorded. You should visit or contact the Albany City Clerk’s office to request your marriage certificate.
Where can we find more information about how to apply for a marriage license in Albany, New York?
You can visit or contact the Albany City Clerk’s office to learn more about how to apply for a marriage license. The Albany City Clerk’s office has an official website that answers many frequently asked questions: Albany Marriage License.
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