Insurance companies rearly reward loyalty and so I have found, after nearly 30 years dealing in international property, that it is essential to go to a home insurance quote comparison site before every renewal. Hundreds of dollars can be saved and its free to do.
The home is usually the biggest investment we will ever make and the cost of repair of damage after extreme weather or an accident in the home could cause financial difficulty or even potentially a crisis.
Of course cost is not the only factor as it is important to ensure that the level of cover of the home insurance policy is sufficient although this is the major component that determines the cost of the home insurance.
So I recommend that having determined the level of cover of the property and personal belongings it should be an annual event to go to a home insurance comparison site to get the best quote.
Marriage License - New York
ID Requirement in New York:
Your photo identity documentation must be current and valid.
The official web site for New York state marriage licenses states "A person is required to establish proof of age and identity by submitting to the issuing clerk one of the following age related documents: Birth Certificate, Baptismal record, Naturalization record, Census record.
And one of the following identity related documents: Driver's license, Passport, Employment picture ID, Immigration record."
Although they don't mention having a certified birth certificate, many locales in New York are requiring having a certified birth certificate and we recommend having this documentation with you when you apply for your marriage license.
Before you apply for your marriage license, contact the city or town clerk where you want to get married to verify their specific requirements for applying for a marriage license.
Waiting Period in New York:
New York has a twenty-four (24) hour waiting period to get married.
Residency Requirement:
You do not have to be a resident of New York.
Previous Marriages:
If previously married, you must show certified documents on how your previous marriage ended.
If a couple is already legally married to one another, and they want to have a second wedding ceremony, and if an officiant requires a marriage license, the couple may apply for a second or subsequent license from the Town or City where they were married.
Fees in New York:
The cost for getting married in New York is approximately $40.00 - $50.00 in most areas of the state.
New York City charges $35 and will only accept money orders made payable to "The City Clerk."
Some other locales will not accept cash or personal checks and require a money order.
Other Tests:
None.
Proxy Marriages:
No.
Cousin Marriages:
Yes.
Common Law Marriages:
No.
Same Sex Marriages:
No. However New York does recognize same-sex marriages performed in other locales.
Under 18:
If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you will need to have a completed parental consent form filled out by both parents.
If you are either 14 or 15 years of age, you will need to show the written consent of both parents and a justice of the Supreme Court or a judge of the local Family Court.
Applicants under 14 years of age cannot marry. Only one parent's consent will be accepted if one parent is deceased or has been missing for over a year, or if one parent has full custody from a divorce proceeding.
Your parents or guardians must give their consent in person before the town or city clerk or some other authorized official.
If they are out of state, a notarized affidavit is acceptable but has to be accompanied by a certificate of authentication when the consent is filed in New York State.
Officiants in New York:
According to Section 11 of the Domestic Relations Law, an officiant must be an authorized, officially ordained member of the clergy or a public official in the State of New York such as a mayor, city clerk, deputy city clerk, appointed marriage officer, justice, or judge. In New York City, an officiant must be registered with the City of New York. Ship captains can not perform marriage ceremonies in New York State.
Witnesses:
A marriage ceremony must have at least one witness. Although the state website states that there is no minimum age required in order to be a witness, the New York City web site requires witnesses to be at least 18 years of age.
Your photo identity documentation must be current and valid.
The official web site for New York state marriage licenses states "A person is required to establish proof of age and identity by submitting to the issuing clerk one of the following age related documents: Birth Certificate, Baptismal record, Naturalization record, Census record.
And one of the following identity related documents: Driver's license, Passport, Employment picture ID, Immigration record."
Although they don't mention having a certified birth certificate, many locales in New York are requiring having a certified birth certificate and we recommend having this documentation with you when you apply for your marriage license.
Before you apply for your marriage license, contact the city or town clerk where you want to get married to verify their specific requirements for applying for a marriage license.
Waiting Period in New York:
New York has a twenty-four (24) hour waiting period to get married.
Residency Requirement:
You do not have to be a resident of New York.
Previous Marriages:
If previously married, you must show certified documents on how your previous marriage ended.
If a couple is already legally married to one another, and they want to have a second wedding ceremony, and if an officiant requires a marriage license, the couple may apply for a second or subsequent license from the Town or City where they were married.
Fees in New York:
The cost for getting married in New York is approximately $40.00 - $50.00 in most areas of the state.
New York City charges $35 and will only accept money orders made payable to "The City Clerk."
Some other locales will not accept cash or personal checks and require a money order.
Other Tests:
None.
Proxy Marriages:
No.
Cousin Marriages:
Yes.
Common Law Marriages:
No.
Same Sex Marriages:
No. However New York does recognize same-sex marriages performed in other locales.
Under 18:
If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you will need to have a completed parental consent form filled out by both parents.
If you are either 14 or 15 years of age, you will need to show the written consent of both parents and a justice of the Supreme Court or a judge of the local Family Court.
Applicants under 14 years of age cannot marry. Only one parent's consent will be accepted if one parent is deceased or has been missing for over a year, or if one parent has full custody from a divorce proceeding.
Your parents or guardians must give their consent in person before the town or city clerk or some other authorized official.
If they are out of state, a notarized affidavit is acceptable but has to be accompanied by a certificate of authentication when the consent is filed in New York State.
Officiants in New York:
According to Section 11 of the Domestic Relations Law, an officiant must be an authorized, officially ordained member of the clergy or a public official in the State of New York such as a mayor, city clerk, deputy city clerk, appointed marriage officer, justice, or judge. In New York City, an officiant must be registered with the City of New York. Ship captains can not perform marriage ceremonies in New York State.
Witnesses:
A marriage ceremony must have at least one witness. Although the state website states that there is no minimum age required in order to be a witness, the New York City web site requires witnesses to be at least 18 years of age.
Marriage License - in the UK
ID Requirement:
Passport or other identity document. If under 18, a birth certificate is required. The UK prefers to have everyone bring a birth certificate. They will want proof of your name, age, marital status and nationality.
Residency Requirement:
Seven days. Visitors need to satisfy both the residential qualification of 7 days and the 15 waiting days before they can marry in the UK.
Previous Marriages:
If you are divorced or widowed, you need to show evidence such as an original death certificate or divorce absolute certificate with the original court seal. The UK will not accept photocopies.
Covenant Marriage Option: No.
Waiting Period: Fifteen (15) days.
Fees:
At the registrar's office 94.00 pounds; on approved premises 60.00 pounds; additionally, you have to pay a fee for the superintendent registrar's and registrar's attendance and probably a charge for the use of the building. The marriage certificate will cost an additional 3.50 pounds on the day of the marriage.
Other Tests: No tests.
Proxy Marriages: No.
Cousin Marriages: Yes.
Common Law Marriages: No.
Same-Sex Marriages:
No.
Under 18:
If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must have the written consent of your parents or legal guardian.
Miscellaneous:
Certificate of Marriage is valid for one year. This is not the Marriage Certificate which is given after the wedding.
Further Information:
Marriages Section
General Register Office
Smedley Hydro
Trafalgar Road
Southport
PR8 2HH
Phone: +44 (0)151 471 4803/4814
Fax: +44 (0)151 471 4523
Email: marriages.gro@ons.gov.uk
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Passport or other identity document. If under 18, a birth certificate is required. The UK prefers to have everyone bring a birth certificate. They will want proof of your name, age, marital status and nationality.
Residency Requirement:
Seven days. Visitors need to satisfy both the residential qualification of 7 days and the 15 waiting days before they can marry in the UK.
Previous Marriages:
If you are divorced or widowed, you need to show evidence such as an original death certificate or divorce absolute certificate with the original court seal. The UK will not accept photocopies.
Covenant Marriage Option: No.
Waiting Period: Fifteen (15) days.
Fees:
At the registrar's office 94.00 pounds; on approved premises 60.00 pounds; additionally, you have to pay a fee for the superintendent registrar's and registrar's attendance and probably a charge for the use of the building. The marriage certificate will cost an additional 3.50 pounds on the day of the marriage.
Other Tests: No tests.
Proxy Marriages: No.
Cousin Marriages: Yes.
Common Law Marriages: No.
Same-Sex Marriages:
No.
Under 18:
If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must have the written consent of your parents or legal guardian.
Miscellaneous:
Certificate of Marriage is valid for one year. This is not the Marriage Certificate which is given after the wedding.
Further Information:
Marriages Section
General Register Office
Smedley Hydro
Trafalgar Road
Southport
PR8 2HH
Phone: +44 (0)151 471 4803/4814
Fax: +44 (0)151 471 4523
Email: marriages.gro@ons.gov.uk
Suggested Reading
Marriage LicensesEngland for Romantics
Elsewhere on the Web
UK Marriage Info
New posts to the Newlyweds forums:
* separated for 8 yrs
* Forum Maintenance on 3/11/2009
* my marriage
Related Articles
* Indiana Marriage License Information
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* South Dakota Marriage License Information
* Alberta Marriage License Information
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