Montgomery, NY · Orange County
One-Day Marriage Officiant License Application
This application is for someone seeking a one-day marriage officiant license from the town or city clerk’s office where the couple was issued its marriage license.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application collects the officiant applicant’s personal details and information about the couple, including their marriage license number and its expiration date. The applicant swears that the information is true and correct to induce the clerk to issue the license. The form directs applicants to apply at the clerk’s office where the couple received its marriage license; the license applies only to the parties named and expires when the ceremony is completed or the marriage license expires.
Who needs it
A person applying to officiate the marriage of the named couple needs this application at the town or city clerk’s office that issued their marriage license.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the sworn statement before the clerk or, if mailing the application, a notary public or commissioner of deeds, who completes the jurat block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the one-day marriage officiant license application from the town clerk.
- 2
Fill In the Application
Print clearly in black ink and provide the applicant’s details and the couple’s marriage license information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
If mailing the application, arrange a session with a commissioned online notary and confirm submission requirements with the clerk.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the sworn statement during the remote session so the notary can complete the jurat.
- 5
Submit to the Town Clerk
Send or deliver the completed application to the clerk’s office where the couple was issued its marriage license.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Montgomery. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I apply for a one-day marriage officiant license?
- Complete the application and apply at the town or city clerk’s office where the couple was issued its marriage license. The form lists a $25 fee.
- Do I need a notary for this application?
- The form says to sign in the clerk’s presence or, if mailing the application, before a notary public. A notary completes the sworn-to block.
- Can I sign the application with a commissioned online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its own notaries under Executive Law §135-c. Confirm the clerk’s submission requirements before sending a remotely notarized application.
- Who can apply for a one-day officiant license?
- The form says an applicant must be at least 18 and need not live in the town or city where they apply or in New York State. The license is for the named couple only.
- What if I am unsure whether the town accepts a remotely notarized application?
- Contact the clerk’s office before submitting the form; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
Other forms in Montgomery
One-Day Marriage Officiant License Application in other New York cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.