Congratulations, fam! I’m so hyped that you’re planning your wedding in Buffalo!


How Do You Get Married in Buffalo, NY?


Here’s your checklist:


  1. Fill out a New York State Marriage License Application.
  2. Get an Appointment at the Buffalo City Clerk’s Office.
  3. Bring a valid photo ID, driver’s license, or passport.
  4. Bring a certified birth certificate listing your parents’ names.
  5. Provide your social security number.
  6. Previously married, bring divorce papers or a death certificate.
  7. Pay the Marriage License Fee: $40.
  8. Set Up an Appointment with an Officiant.
  9. Attend the ceremony with your partner and 2 witnesses.
  10. Sign the marriage license.


Have the officiant file the license.


Congrats, You’re officially married!

How to Get a Buffalo City Marriage License


First, you’ll need to visit the Buffalo City Clerk’s Office to apply for your marriage license.


Location:

Buffalo City Hall, Room 1301

65 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY 14202

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Both applicants must be present.


Requirements:


  • Complete a marriage license application.
  • Provide a Valid Photo ID, Driver’s License, or Passport.
  • Provide a Certified Birth Certificate Listing Your Parents’ Names.
  • Provide your social security number.
  • Pay the Marriage License Fee: $40.


Notes:


  • The marriage license is issued immediately, but the ceremony cannot take place within 24 hours of the license being issued.
  • The license is valid for 60 days, starting the day after it is issued.
  • If your birth certificate is in a foreign language, you must provide a certified translation into English from the International Institute of Buffalo.
  • For Canadians, ensure you bring the long form of your birth certificate, as the small card versions are not accepted.
  • If you have been previously married, bring your final divorce decree or a death certificate for your former spouse.

Getting Married in Buffalo, NY


You have 2 ways of getting married in Buffalo:


Hire an Officiant to Create Your Ceremony

Schedule a Wedding Ceremony at Buffalo City Hall


Getting Married at Buffalo City Hall


Once you get your marriage license, you can schedule a wedding ceremony at Buffalo City Hall or within the Buffalo city limits.


Requirements:


Your Marriage License.

Your partner and two witnesses (18 or older).


Contact Info for Scheduling a Ceremony:


• Phone: 716-851-5274

• Email: vpadilla@city-buffalo.com


Buffalo City Hall

65 Niagara Square, Room 1308

Buffalo, NY 14202


Congrats, you’re married!

65 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY 14202

Buffalo City Hall, Room 1301

65 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY 14202

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM