How To Get a Marriage License in the Hudson Valley
Fortunately for Hudson Valley couples, getting hitched in New York State is a pretty simple affair. Just purchase a marriage license, get yourself an authorized officiant to do 
the ceremony and you're husband and wife.
Requirements for a Marriage License in New York
- Both individuals must be at least 18 years of age and appear in person at a town or city clerk's office.
- Supply proof of age and identity. (Birth certificate, driver's license and/or passport.)
- Fill out the forms.
- Pay the fee. (Currently $40.)
New York does not require a blood test or medical exam before the marriage license is granted. WARNING: NY requires a 24 hour waiting period before the ceremony can be performed and the license is only good for 60 days, so plan accordingly.
Go here for more details and information about getting married in NY State.
Officiants
No particular type of ceremony is required for a marriage to be legal. Just make sure your officiant is authorized according to Section 11 of the Domestic Relations Law.
Where to Get Your Marriage License
You can get a valid NY marriage license at any local town or city clerk's office in the state. You can use these Google maps below to find locations in the county seat for each of these Hudson Valley counties.
Make sure you call ahead to check their hours before stopping by; many of them close early and some require an appointment.
Dutchess County - Poughkeepsie
Orange County - Goshen
Putnam County - Carmel
Rockland County - New City
Ulster County - Kingston
Westchester County - White Plains
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