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If you have a friend or family member who has been ordained online, is actually clergy or who is a judge they can of course perform the ceremony. However, for many couples it can be nice to have an officiant who knows the process in NYC, is familiar with the paperwork and knows how to file it properly.
If you're asking, “Can I get married in another state where I don't live?”, the short answer is yes. However, it's vital to take a couple of things into consideration. You'll need to learn the state requirements for where you plan to get married and prepare well before the wedding ceremony (including getting a prenup).
NYC naturally provides an iconic backdrop for your wedding, and you can get married anywhere in the city,(almost always) without a permit or any other red tape.
Federal, state, or local judges or justices, elected or appointed in the State of New York, who are currently serving or retired; The Clerk of the Appellate Division of the First or Second Department; and. The County Clerk of any of the five counties in the City of New York.
If you would like to get married in NYS you can obtain a marriage license from any Town or City Clerk. You will need to have photo ID (driver's license, passport), birth certificate, and if you have been married before, judgment of divorce for all previous marriages.
New York State allows non related adults who are of-age to marry within the state. The minimum age is 18 without parent consent. You do not need to be a resident of New York to get married here.
You and your prospective spouse must have at least one witness, who must be 18 years of age or over. The witness or witnesses must bring proper identification. Because of Covid-19 restrictions, we currently only allow one witness. No other guest are permitted.