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Nassau County has no single county clerk issuing marriage licenses — state law puts this with individual town and city clerks. Nassau is made up of three towns (Hempstead, North Hempstead, Oyster Bay) and two cities (Glen Cove, Long Beach), each with its own clerk’s office.
| License fee | $40, the standard fee for licenses issued outside New York City. |
|---|---|
| Waiting period | 24 hours after issuance (New York statewide rule), waivable only with a judicial waiver. |
| Documents / ID required | Proof of age and photo identification for both applicants. |
| License validity | 60 days, beginning the day after issuance (New York statewide rule). |
| Where & how to apply | Apply in person, together, at the Town or City Clerk’s office covering your specific address within Nassau County — for example, the Town of Hempstead Clerk (the largest of the three towns) for Hempstead residents. Both applicants must sign the application in front of the clerk. |
| Office hours | Varies by town/city clerk office — confirm hours for your specific municipality. |
Special notes
Unlike most counties on ClerkGuide, there is no single “Nassau County Clerk” for marriage licenses — identify which of the five municipal clerks covers your address before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Which office do we go to in Nassau County?
It depends on your address: the Town of Hempstead, North Hempstead, or Oyster Bay Clerk, or the City of Glen Cove or Long Beach Clerk. New York law assigns marriage licensing to individual towns and cities, not a single county office.
Official source: New York State (ny.gov), Getting Married in New York State — https://www.ny.gov/services/get-married-new-york-state
Last verified: August 2026
Last verified: August 2026