Questions and Answers

 

What are your rates?

• Weddings within the 5 boroughs range between $300 and $700

• Weddings outside of the city and nearby range between $500 to $1000 depending on travel and time committment.

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What do your rates include?

• An initial meeting with Minister Matt to see if we're a good fit.

• During that meeting, which could be virtual or in person, we'll go over each component of the wedding ceremony.

• We provide many options for each part and can customize to your liking.

• We’ll enlighten you with unique and beautiful ways to make your ceremony extra special and personal.

• We provide as many drafts and consultations as needed to ensure your ceremony is perfect for you.

• We’ll perform your ceremony and do everything within our power to make sure you are relaxed and that your wedding lives up to your dreams

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What is your payment and refund policy?

• 50% of our fee is due upon booking. We accept cash, certified check or electronic money transfers (Venmo, Zelle).

• A 50% refund will be provided up to 14 days prior to the event.  Unfortunately, given the time and energy invested, no refund can be provided within 14 days of the event - but we would be happy to work with you if you need to reschedule.

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How long does an average ceremony last?

On average our part of your wedding will run between 10 to 20 minutes. Quality is our top priority!

 

How do you connect with each couple?

Minister Matt is an officiant because he loves meeting new people in love. He asks the right questions and is an active and intent listener.  It's just as important for Matt to connect with you as it is for you to connect with him.  He'll be standing up there, right beside you, on one of the most emotional and important days of your life. He takes it very seriously and offers you the very best wishes and support.

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Do you offer license signing without a ceremony?

Yes!  We charge $200 and will include short vows and a pronouncement.

 

Do you offer wedding rehearsals?

Rehearsals held right before the ceremony are complimentary.  Rehearsals prior to the day are an additional fee and are subject to availability.

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Do you provide help with writing personal vows?

Yes!  The questionnaire on our Contact page provides help with vow writing. We'll also go over what a vow should entail.

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Do you perform LGBTQ+ marriages?

Yes! Being true to yourself is what marriage is all about! True love is our only prerequisite. 

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Can we add religious or cultural elements to our ceremony? 

Absolutely! Matt can work with you to add almost any element you want.

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Do you perform last minute weddings?

Yes, schedule permitting.

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New York Wedding License Q & A

 

How do we apply for our marriage license?

In New York, you must apply for your Marriage License together, in-person, between 60 days and 24 hours before signing. You may obtain your license from any City Clerk's office in New York City or any clerks office in New York State.  You can visit the NYC City clerks office here: https://www.cityclerk.nyc.gov/content/marriage-license or contact them by phone:

• Manhattan 212-669-2208

• Bronx 718-590-5307

• Brooklyn 718-802-4107

• Queens 718-286-2829

• Staten Island 718-816-2290

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Do we need a witness for our ceremony?

You need at least one witness who is over the age of 18 to sign your license. You may have up to two.

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Who submits the signed Marriage License to the Clerk's Office after our ceremony?

Once all necessary parties have signed your Marriage License, Minister Matt will take the license, make a copy and mail it to the Clerk's Office in the envelope that the Clerk's Office gave you when you were issued the license.

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How soon after our wedding can we expect to receive our marriage certificate?

The City Clerk’s office states that it may take up to 6 to 8 weeks for your Marriage Certificate to be processed and returned. 

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What if we need our Marriage Certificate sooner than 6 to 8 weeks?

Just one of you may take your signed  license back to to the City Clerk's Office, on the next working business day and you will be issued your certificate on the spot

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