How to get married in Rochester, New York | Courthouse Photographer & Officiant, Marriage license cost

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How Do You Get Married in Rochester, NY?

Here’s your checklist:

1. Go to Rochester City Clerk’s Office.
2. Fill out a New York State Marriage License Application.
3. Bring a valid photo ID, driver’s license, or passport.
4. Bring a Certified Birth Certificate with a Raised Seal.
5. If previously married, bring a copy of your most recent divorce decree or a certified death certificate.
6. Pay the Marriage License Fee: $40.
7. Set Up an Appointment with an Officiant.
8. Attend the ceremony with your partner and 2 witnesses.
9. Pay the Civil Ceremony Fee: $75.
10. Sign the marriage license.

Have the officiant file the license.

Congrats, You’re officially married!

How to Get a Rochester City Marriage License

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

Location:

City Clerk’s Office, Room 100A

Rochester City Hall

30 Church Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 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 with a Raised Seal.
• If previously married, provide a copy of your most recent divorce decree or a certified death certificate.
• 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 or divorce decree is in another language, a certified translation into English is required.
• Witnesses must be at least 18 years of age.

Getting Married at Rochester City Hall

Once you have your marriage license, you can schedule a civil marriage ceremony at City Hall.

Requirements:

• Your marriage license.
• Your partner and two witnesses (18 or older).
• Pay the $75 Civil Ceremony Fee.

Contact Info for Scheduling a Ceremony:

Phone: 585-428-7421

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Rochester City Hall

30 Church Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Congrats, you’re married!

Rochester City Hall 30 Church Street, Rochester, NY 14614

City Clerk’s Office, Room 100A

Rochester City Hall

30 Church Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Both applicants must be present.