The custodian for vital records of births, deaths, and marriages that occurred in
New York State, not including New York City is New York State Department of Health Vital Records Services.
Obtain the most up-to date information on records of birth and deaths that occurred
in New York City from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene .
You can find the most up-to-date information and request copies of marriage licenses
issued in New York City at NYC Marriage
Bureau.
The State office provides records of divorces that occurred in New York State, including
New York City, on or after January 1, 1963. Contact the clerk of the county that granted
the divorce for records of divorces that occurred before January 1, 1963. For divorces
that occurred in New York City, go to the New York State page from New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.