The New York City Elopement Team
If the thought of eloping to New York City gives you butterflies, go for it! The Big Apple is a city of dreams – incredible skyscrapers, beautiful parks and tree-lined streets, romantic bridges and iconic landmarks. All in a fast-paced city that never stops moving. Just the kind of rush you want on your wedding day.
But, native New Yorker or not, where on earth do you begin? That’s where we step in – smooth, right? We’ve coordinated, planned and captured hundreds of elopements in NYC. That means we’ve got a pretty good idea of your most burning questions, and just the answers you need. Read on to find everything you need to know about eloping to New York City. We promise to make the experience laid-back and genuinely your own.
Psst: for all our German-speaking couples, check out this page instead: Heiraten in New York | Von der Lizenz zur Apostille
Eloping to New York City is the real deal. That means your marriage will be official, and you’ll need a marriage license to do it. This costs $35 and is payable to the City Clerk. It’ll open the door to any location in the state of New York for you to say ‘I do’ in the next 60 days.
To complete the license process, you’ll need to schedule an in-person visit at the City Clerk’s office or a virtual one. But, you can save yourselves some waiting time by starting the application online. Be sure to take the appropriate IDs with you. And if you fancy some insider tips to help you sail through the paperwork, head over to our YouTube Channel where we walk you through step by step, or opt for our all-in-one collection and let us do it for you!
Couples often tell us that the time they spend at the City Clerk’s office is all part of the experience for them. The people watching is epic and the mood one of excitement when shared with other couples eloping too.
Getting a NYC marriage license has never been easier. In the last couple of years there have been many changes to the process, mainly due to COVID-19. The biggest change is that you can no longer just show up at the City Clerk's Office and wait in line to get your marriage license. Couples must book an appointment to be allowed inside the City Clerk’s Office. With the process being streamlined, these are the new steps you’ll need to do to walk away with your NYC marriage license.
The marriage license application is very straightforward and easy. Before you begin, you will want to be prepared with your personal information for each spouse. Upon completion you’ll get a confirmation number via email. Keep this confirmation number for further use. The completed confirmed application is only good for 21 days so make sure to not apply for your license too early. You must be physically in the state of NY for the interview appointment.
Interview Appointments are now available virtually and in-person. New appointments are released every Monday at 9am EST for in-person appointments and every Thursday at 9am EST for virtual appointments. Part of the difficulty for our out-of-town couples is that your interview appointment must be scheduled for when you are both physically in the state of NY. You can schedule your interview appointment right HERE.
Whether you are interviewing in-person or virtually you’ll need to have with you your confirmation numbers, photo ID’s, divorce creed (if applicable), a credit card for payment at in-person interviews. Virtual interviews will need the payment confirmation at the time of your interview.
Please pay close attention to the names, name changes and individual details printed on the marriage license. If either spouse is planning on changing their last name, make sure it appears on the marriage license before completion of your interview. If you don’t have it fixed before the marriage license is signed, then it’s a long process to correct it.
There you have it, the step-by-step process for acquiring your New York City marriage license. If you take it step-by-step, I promise that the process is very straight forward.
Now comes an anticipation-filled 24 hours, because you’re on the countdown to the biggest day of your lives! 24 hours after your marriage license has been issued, you can get married in New York City. The exception to this is if you have a 'Judicial Waiver'. But wait those 24 hours and you have even more time for memory making, when your emotions will be at an all-time high. Trust us.
New York City is home to so many gorgeous venues, and we’ll steer you to the perfect fit for you. Perhaps you envision an open-air ceremony in Central Park? A bohemian vibe at the High Line Park? Or one of th e many totally epic elopement locations we take you to on our YouTube Channel. Follow your hearts and enjoy the freedom making the decision on where you both want to say ‘I do’.
Just remember in the blur of all that excitement on your elopement morning to pop your marriage license and ID into your bag. Be sure to have a witness ready, too – Sascha would be honoured to do this for you if you let us know in advance. Then, it’s go time!
When you elope in New York City, Jackie will craft an authentic and personal ceremony for you in the setting of your choice. You’ll then sign the marriage license, along with your witness, and Jackie will return the paperwork to the City Clerk’s office. Fast forward six to eight weeks and your Certificate of Marriage will be landing on your doorstep in the mail!
Jasmin & Christian
-Love Actualy
This is the biggest and most personal day of your lives yet, and you’re celebrating it in New York City! Let’s make it happen together. Just say the word.
You can see more of our New York City Elopements & Micro Weddings on Instagram
Follow us @JackieandSascha
👻 PAST AND CURRENT COUPLES, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU.
Something spooky is coming October 1. 🎃
We are keeping the details completely under wraps for now, but if Sascha photographed your wedding - or is booked to photograph it - you can get access 24 hours before everyone else.
Want in?
Comment HALLOWEEN below and we will send you the secret entrance in your DMs. 👻
And yes...there is a reason you will want to be early.
No clues. No spoilers. You will just have to trust us. 🎃
Congrats Svenja & Felix 🌧️💍 → Married at Cat Rock in Central Park by #TeamReinking.
It rained. And then it rained some more. And these two? They got married anyway.
Thinking about your own NYC “I do”? Don’t let a little rain stop you. Find a spot that feels like you, embrace the adventure, and let #TeamReinking make it happen. 💍✨
✨ Dream Team ✨
📸 Photo | @saschareinkingphoto
💌 Officiant | @jackiereinkingofficiant
🌟 Team | @jackieandsascha
#NYCElopement #CentralParkWedding #NYCWeddingOfficiant ElopeInNYC
Congrats Kate & Kathrine 💍 → Married at Bethesda Terrace in Central Park by Team Reinking. Welcome to our selfie family album!
Kate & Kathrine said “I do” in one of Central Park’s most iconic spots, surrounded by beautiful architecture and a whole lot of NYC magic.
Thinking about your own NYC “I do”? Find a spot that feels like you, bring your favorite person, and let #TeamReinking help make the day happen. 💍✨
✨ Dream Team ✨
📸 Photo | @saschareinkingphoto
💌 Officiant | @jackiereinkingofficiant
🌟 Team | @jackieandsascha
#NYCElopement #CentralParkWedding #NYCWedding #nycweddingofficiant
There’s something about New York that makes an intimate wedding feel anything but small. ❤️
No ballroom. No 200 person guest list. Just the two of you, one of the most iconic cities in the world, and a day designed completely around what actually matters to you.
From the ceremony and photography to flowers, hair and makeup, marriage license support, transportation and all the little logistics in between, we take care of the details so you can actually enjoy the damn thing.
Timeless. Intimate. New York.
The goal is not a perfect wedding. The goal is a day you would choose again.
Ready to make New York your wedding day? Start planning your NYC elopement at jackieandsascha.com.
#NYCElopement #NewYorkElopement #NYCWeddingPhotographer #ElopeInNYC #NYCWedding
Congrats to Meryl & John, who found the perfect way to make their NYC elopement completely their own. 💍
They chose The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the very place where they had their first date, as the backdrop for their wedding day.
Photos at The Met? Absolutely. A wedding ceremony? Let’s just say that’s a little more under the radar. 😉
So we found a quiet spot, tied the knot, and then spent the rest of the day wandering through the museum, taking photos, taking in the art, and revisiting the place where their story first began.
A little bit of adventure, a little bit of sneaking around, and a whole lot of love. 🖤
Your elopement doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. If you’re dreaming of an NYC wedding that feels a little different, a little personal, and completely your own, make it fun, make it yours, and let #TeamReinking come along for the adventure. 💍
✨ Dream Team ✨
📸 Photo | @saschareinkingphoto
💌 Officiant | @jackiereinkingofficiant
🌟 Team | @jackieandsascha
Location| @metmuseum
#NYCElopement #NYCWedding #ElopeInNYC #NYCWeddingphotographer
Christin & Sebastian 🇩🇪 → Married at Cop Cot in Central Park by Team Reinking. Welcome to our selfie family album 📸✨
From Germany to New York City, Christin & Sebastian found a beautiful little corner of Central Park for their “I do.” Cop Cot has that tucked-away, woodland feel that makes you forget you’re right in the middle of Manhattan. Such a beautiful spot for a NYC wedding day. 🖤
And of course, we had to get the selfie. 📸
It’s our little tradition with every couple, and we love having these snapshots of the people and memories that become part of the Team Reinking story.
Planning your own NYC “I do”? We’d love to help you find the right spot and make the whole experience fun from start to finish. 💍
✨ Dream Team ✨
📸 Photo | @saschareinkingphoto
💌 Officiant | @jackiereinkingofficiant
🌟 Team | @jackieandsascha
#NYCElopement #CentralParkWedding #NYCWedding #NYCWeddingOfficiant #ElopeInNYC
POV: You elope at your favorite NYC wine bar 🍷✨”
For local cool cats Dede and Rachel, their day was a love letter to the LES!
We started with some intimate portraits in their own stomping grounds, capturing the vibrant spirit of the Lower East Side neighborhood they call home. Then, we headed to Convive Wine Shop, their absolute favorite local wine bar, to meet their family and friends. After they shared their vows surrounded by rows of beautiful vintages, they ended the ceremony with a kiss and a champagne toast.
Honestly, the emotion was palpable; Rachel was teary and bouncing with joy through the whole ceremony because she just could not wait to be married to her best friend. Dede even surprised Rachel with a brand new wedding ring right in the middle of the ceremony, which was such an incredibly special moment to witness!
As a husband and wife team, we handle every detail of your perfect New York elopement. From expert NYC wedding officiating and professional elopement photography to complete all-in-one packages, we ensure your day is entirely stress-free.
Congratulations, Dede & Rachel! Thank you for letting us be part of your beautiful NYC adventure.
Ready to plan your own iconic Lower East Side elopement? Send us a DM to chat about our combined New York officiant and photography packages! 👇
✨ Dream Team ✨
📸 Photo | @saschareinkingphoto
💌 Officiant | @jackiereinkingofficiant
🌟 Team | @jackieandsascha
🏛️ Venue | @convivewines
#NYCElopement #CentralParkWedding #NYCWeddingPhotographer #WeddingOfficiantNYC #TeamReinking
From Germany to the heart of New York City! ✈️🗽 We had the absolute best time bringing Danica and Philip’s dream destination elopement to life.
Their day was the perfect NYC love story! We started with an intimate ceremony at Central Park’s Hernshead Rock. Surrounded by their favorite people, they popped champagne by the water while Jackie officiated their “I dos” and Sascha captured every joyful tear.
Then, it was time to hit the streets! 🚕 From rocking sunglasses and stealing kisses among iconic yellow cabs, to an artistic, quiet moment inside the terminal, he flawlessly captured their vibrant energy in the concrete jungle. Honestly, their confidence in those crosswalks was iconic; they treated the city like their own personal runway!
As a husband and wife wedding duo, Team Reinking, we specialize in making these destination elopements entirely stress-free. You get one seamless experience through every single milestone.
Congratulations, Danica & Philip! Thank you for trusting us with your beautiful NYC adventure. ❤️
Ready to plan your own iconic city elopement? Send us a DM to chat about your day.
✨ Dream Team ✨
📸 Photo | @saschareinkingphoto
💌 Officiant | @jackiereinkingofficiant
🌟 Team | @jackieandsascha
💐 Flowers | @starbrightnyc
💄 Hair & Makeup | @missharlequinmakeupandhair
#NYCElopement #CentralParkWedding #NYCWeddingPhotographer #WeddingOfficiantNYC #teamReinking
hello@jackieandsascha.com
Jackie & Sascha | The New York City Elopement Team
NYC Destination Wedding Packages with Team Reinking
+1.347.200.5513 (Sascha)
+1.646.456.4555 (Jackie)
Privacy Policy | Manage Consent
Love is Love | Black Lives Matter | Science is Real | All Bodies are Beautiful | All Beliefs are Valid
