LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. is America’s #1 resource for ordering government-issued vital records online, such as official New York marriage certificate copies, offering the convenience of rush delivery, secure credit card processing and 24-hour customer service. VitalChek is a government-approved organization so you don’t have to worry about hidden charges, inflated prices, or the security of your data.

VitalChek is your direct online connection for ordering official New York marriage certificate copies from New York Vital Records. Official marriage certificate copies issued through our service typically have raised or stamped seals and/or special security paper, depending on the issuing state’s requirements.

For enhanced security, VitalChek recommends selecting an express delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, when ordering official New York marriage certificate copies. Choosing an express delivery service provides the ability to track your shipment from the time it’s sent by New York Vital Records to the time it reaches your door, and provides insurance should your delivery be lost or damaged in transit.

You may request copies of New York marriage records as long as you are the bride or groom named on the record being ordered*. Your name must also appear on the credit or debit card that is being used for payment. * If you are not the bride or groom named on the record, you must submit a New York State court order as proof of entitlement. Where Can The Document Be Shipped?New York State Vital Records will only ship copies of New York marriage records to the entitled applicant's verified credit card billing address. International Shipments: If you are requesting to have your order shipped to an international address outside the U.S., Canada, Mexico or American Territory), you will need to submit the following documentation: 1) a copy of your valid passport and 2) a copy of your valid government issued photo ID or two (2) utility bills in your name. The utility bills cannot be more than six (6) months old. Please fax the necessary documentation to (877)854-4607.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

An official New York marriage certificate copy is generally required documentation to show as proof of marriage. Other valid purposes for an official marriage certificate may include:

	Legal Name Change Processes
	Updating Bank Records
	Registering a Spouse for Insurance Benefits
	Social Security Benefits
	Replacing a Lost or Stolen Certificate

In addition to official marriage certificate copies, New York Vital Records also issues certified copies of Birth Certificates, Death Certificates and Divorce Records for events that occurred within the State of New York. You may order copies of New York Vital Records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.