Scriba, NY · Oswego County
Marriage Application Form
Couples use this application to provide information and apply in person for a marriage license from the town or city clerk.
What this form is
Both parties must apply in person and sign the application in the presence of the town or city clerk; a representative cannot apply for either party. The form requests personal, residence, birth, parent, occupation, and previous-marriage information. Applicants must bring the listed age- and identity-related documents, plus certified divorce decrees or a deceased spouse’s death certificate when applicable.
Who needs it
Both people planning to marry must complete the application and appear in person before the town or city clerk.
How to submit it
Both parties must apply in person and sign before the town or city clerk, bringing the listed age- and identity-related documents. The stated fee is $40, payable by cash, check, or charge.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the form says notarized marriage license affidavits cannot substitute for either party appearing in person.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Marriage Application Form.
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Complete The Application
Both parties provide the requested information and sign in the presence of the town or city clerk.
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Gather Required Documents
Bring the age- and identity-related documents listed on the form and any applicable certified divorce decree or death certificate.
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Apply In Person
Both parties must appear before the town or city clerk to apply; a representative cannot apply on either party’s behalf.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Marriage Application Form?
- No. Both parties sign before the town or city clerk. The form says notarized marriage license affidavits cannot substitute for appearing in person.
- How do I submit the Marriage Application Form?
- Both parties must apply in person and sign in the presence of the town or city clerk, bringing the age- and identity-related documents listed on the form.
- What information does the application request?
- It asks for personal, residence, birth, parent, occupation, and previous-marriage information for each applicant.
- What documents should applicants bring?
- The form lists a birth certificate and a driver’s license or passport. It also requires a certified divorce decree or a deceased spouse’s death certificate when applicable.