How can I obtain a pistol permit?
To obtain a pistol permit, please contact the Ulster County Sheriff's Office online or by calling (845) 340-4237 or (845) 340-3639
How do I add the Veteran designation on my Driver's License?
If you are a qualified U.S.
How do I get a notary authenticated and then an apostille?
If you need an authentication of a notary public who is qualified in Ulster County, you must bring in the document with the original notary stamp and signature on it (copies cannot be authenticated). The fee for each authentication is $3.00 and should be made payable to the "Ulster County Clerk". If you are submitting the document by mail, send it to the Ulster County Clerk’s Office, 244 Fair Street, Kingston, NY 12401.
How do I get my favorite merchant(s) to participate in the FAVOR program?
Merchants can fill out the Merchant Application Form available on our website or in hardcopy at the Clerk’s Office. If there is a particular merchant you would like to participate in this program, please feel free to bring them a copy of the application form or direct them to our website to fill one out.
How do I need to appear for my photo?
- Please wear clothing normally worn on a daily basis, darker colors work best. You cannot wear a uniform, clothing that looks like a uniform, or camouflage attire.
- Take off your eyeglasses for your photo. If you cannot remove your glasses for medical reasons, please include a signed note from your doctor with the application.
How do I obtain a Certificate of Disposition for a criminal case?
Certificate of Disposition can be obtained from our office. A request form must be completed (Criminal Certificate of Disposition Request Form). The fee for a Certificate of Conviction is $5.00. You may send the request form into the Ulster County Clerk's Office with the required fee. Processing time is approximately 7 to 10 days. For further questions you can contact our office at 845-340-3040.
How do I obtain a copy of a birth, death, or marriage record?
All birth, death, and marriage records for New York State are filed at the town, city, or village clerk’s office where the event occurred. Or you may contact the New York State Department of Health.
For a complete listing of all the town, city, and village clerk’s offices for Ulster County along with their contact information, please Click Here
How do I obtain a copy of my deed?
Please visit the Land Records page.
How do I obtain a copy of my divorce?
Divorce files are available to the plaintiff or defendant or their attorney of record. Divorce papers cannot be released to any other interested party.
You may view or receive copies of a divorce case by mailing in a notarized letter stating the parties involved, the index number, the filing date and the type of records sought. If you appear in person at our office you must have a driver’s license for identification purposes.
How do I obtain a copy of the survey map of my property?
To obtain a copy of a map, please visit the Maps page.
How do I transfer my existing pistol permit from one county to another?
Please see our Pistol Permits section for more information.
How long does the Naturalization ceremony take?
Approximately two hours from the arrival time specified on the documents you received from U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services. You will be required to meet with the Examiners prior to the start of the actual ceremony. Once the ceremony begins, it lasts approximately one hour depending on the number of new citizens being naturalized.
I am attending a Naturalization Ceremony in Kingston. Where can I park?
There are several parking options in uptown Kingston:
- Courthouse parking lot, 285 Wall Street;
- Ulster County Office Building parking lot, corner of Main and Fair Streets (paid parking);
- Metered on-street parking throughout uptown Kingston;
- Metered municipal parking lots on North Front Street;
- Kingston Plaza parking lot, 151 Plaza Road.
I haven't received my notary renewal card from state, can I still provide services?
Yes. As long as you have renewed through the County Clerk’s Office you are able to use your new expiration date and continue providing notary services. Your card will come in the mail within 3-4 months. If you need to verify that you have renewed, please contact us at (845) 340-3288.
