Get your New York Marriage License online in a few simple steps.

If you are getting married in person, or virtually, the clerk’s office is closed due to COVID-19. But it’s not all bad news you can still get the marriage license online. It’s a two–step process:

The first step is going to the Cupid portal. After 24 hours you can complete the second step by arranging your ceremony.

 New user and looking to apply for a marriage license?

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Complete your online application and receive a confirmation number.

Marriage License fee

Payment of the $35 Marriage License fee will be required with your credit card.

Schedule a meeting with the City Clerk to review your application.

Schedule an appointment that works for you from the available time slots.

Upload your signed Marriage License.

After your marriage ceremony, come back here to upload your signed Marriage License for your records and ours.

Marriage is one of the most important and life-altering commitments a person can make. To make it last a lifetime, it takes love, commitment, and hard work. That is why premarital counseling is so important. It gives couples a chance to lay the groundwork for a strong and healthy marriage, talk about possible problems and conflicts, and learn the communication skills they need to have a happy relationship.

 

What exactly is premarital counseling?

Premarital counseling is a sort of guidance that is specifically designed for couples who are about to marry. The purpose is to assist couples in identifying and addressing possible concerns in their marriage before they become serious ones. Communication skills, financial matters, expectations and roles, and dealing with differences are examples of such issues.

Why is premarital counseling necessary?

Marriage is a lifelong commitment, and premarital counseling can assist couples in preparing for the challenges and changes that will inevitably arise. It will aid in identifying and resolving possible disputes in the marriage before they become serious issues.

Communication is essential in any relationship, and premarital counseling can assist couples in improving their communication skills and building a stronger partnership. It will assist couples in establishing shared values and ensuring they are on the same page in terms of their goals, expectations, and priorities.

For whom is premarital counseling a good idea?

All engaged couples, regardless of culture, religion, or duration of the relationship, can benefit from premarital counseling. It’s an excellent way to invest in the health of the marriage and the future of the couple’s relationship.

What should couples anticipate from premarital counseling?

Couples can expect to engage in a variety of activities and conversations designed to help them explore their relationship and lay a solid foundation for their marriage. Discussions regarding communication, expectations and roles, dealing with differences, and money matters may be included.

Premarital counseling is an excellent investment in a couple’s relationship’s future. It gives couples the tools and skills they need to develop a successful and healthy marriage, as well as preparing them for the problems and changes that may arise over time. If you’re thinking about getting married, think of it as an investment in your future, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of love and pleasure.