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Marriage Licenses
How to obtain a Marriage License in Amherst, NY
A marriage license may be obtained through the Town Clerk’s office. Each person must complete an application; submit proper documents and return them along with the marriage license fee noted below. Once we receive the required information and payment, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment.
Marriage Licenses applied for in our office are valid for ceremonies held within New York State. Marriage licenses are valid for 60 days following the initial 24-hour waiting period.
Marriage License Application (Online Form)
OR
Marriage License Application (PDF)
HOURS: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Appointments for MARRIAGE LICENSES are scheduled Monday through Friday.
BOTH APPLICANTS MUST BE PRESENT AT THE APPOINTMENT.
PROOF OF AGE & IDENTIFICATION: (DO NOT SEND ORIGINALS)
- Identity Related Documents:
- Driver’s License or Non-Driver’s I.D. Card.
- Passport.
- Age Related Documents:
- Birth certificate with a raised seal.
- Birth certificates that are in a foreign language must be accompanied by a certified translation. If you do not have a certified translation, please contact: International Institute of Buffalo: iibuffalo.org/
- Naturalization Record if the record matches the original birthplace.
- Previous Marriage Information: (NEED ALL PRIOR MARRIAGE RECORDS)
- Surviving Spouse: A certified death certificate is required.
- Divorce: A certified divorce decree is required. The document provided must include when, where, and against whom the divorce(s) were granted.
Fees
The fee is $40.00 per couple. We accept cash or check only. Checks made payable to the “TOWN OF AMHERST.”
One-Day Officiant License Registration
You can provide your own Officiant for your wedding by completing the application below. Please provide a copy of the Officiant’s Driver’s License. Fee: $25.00. We accept cash, check made payable to the “TOWN OF AMHERST,” (or credit cards in person only).
Following the Ceremony
Once the completed marriage license is returned to the Town Clerk’s Office, we will issue a Registration of Marriage Certificate. Additional certified copies of a marriage certificate may be obtained by providing proper identification and fee of $10 (each), payable by cash, check or credit card.
Application for Copy of Marriage License
For your convenience, you may process online requests through VitalChek, an independent company. They can be reached either online at vitalchek.com or by phone at (800) 255-2414. An additional fee is charged by VitalChek for using their service. They accept all major credit cards. The Town of Amherst is not responsible for the operation of this service. VitalChek assumes all liability.
Vital Statistics Contact Information
E-mail: vitalrecords@amherst.ny.us
Fax: (716) 631-7152
Address: Attn: Vital Records
Amherst Town Clerk Office
5583 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
Town Clerk
5583 Main St
Williamsville,
NY
14221
(716) 631-7021
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Mon-Fri)
Town Clerk / Tax Receiver
Town Clerk Services
Town Clerk
Spoth, Francina
Town Clerk
716-631-7021
Brownson, Ashley
Deputy Town Clerk
716-631-7048
Koller, Timothy
Deputy Town Clerk
716-631-7043
Schultz, Joanne A.
Deputy Town Clerk
716-631-7155
Cerra, Dawn
Assistant to the Town Clerk
716-631-7047
Fiorella, Barbara
Clerk - PT
716-631-7021
Hopkins, Marie
Principal Clerk Typist / Deputy Vitals Registrar
716-631-7044
McNamara, Moira
Clerk
716-631-7021
Meldrum, Jennifer
Records Clerk
716-689-1407
Metro, Tracy
Records Inventory Clerk
716-631-7021
School Tax Information - Payment due Oct. 15
Important School Tax Information - the last day to pay school taxes without penalty is Thursday, October 15th, 2026. For complete information and for a link to view your tax bill, please click the link below.
Click for website linkPosted on Sep 15, 2026 by the Town Clerk / Receiver of Taxes.
Town Board to meet Tuesday, Oct. 13
The Amherst Town Board will meet on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 due to Town Hall being closed on Monday, October 12. Work session is at 4 PM and regular meeting at 7 PM. Click the link below for agenda information. All meetings are live streamed via YouTube at www.youtube.com/@townofamherstnewyork.
Click for website linkPosted on Oct 07, 2026 by the Town Clerk / Receiver of Taxes.
2027 Snyder Fire District Budget Hearing
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Snyder Fire District in the Town of Amherst, Erie County, New York, will hold a public hearing on the 20st day of October, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Snyder Fire District Building, 4531 Main Street, Amherst, New York, for the purpose of discussing the contents of the District’s proposed 2027 budget.
Click to view documentPosted on Oct 02, 2026 by the Town Clerk / Receiver of Taxes.
Meeting Calendar
The Town of Amherst Boards and Committees posts their meeting schedule, agendas, minutes and other information on the Town website. Please use the link below to access that information.
Click for website linkPosted on Apr 10, 2026 by the Town Clerk / Receiver of Taxes.
Snyder Fire District - Notice of 2026 Meeting Dates
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting dates for the Snyder Fire District for the year 2026 shall be the third Tuesday of each month. The only exception is in the month of April when the meeting will be held on April 14, 2026. All meetings will start at 7:30 p.m. A special meeting shall be held on April 9, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. for the purpose of appointing the Chief and Assistant Chiefs. A special meeting shall be held on August 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to prepare a preliminary 2027 Fire District Budget. A special meeting shall be held on October 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. for public comment on the proposed 2027 Fire District budget. All meetings shall be held at the Snyder Fire Headquarters, 4531 Main Street, Snyder, New York 14226. This notification is given pursuant to provisions of Section 94 of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York.
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