North Carolina Divorce Records

To begin, add a divorce record or view a list of locations and resources for North Carolina divorce records.

Divorce records from North Carolina are important and valuable, but unfortunately, they're not as easy to find as they perhaps could be. In many states, divorce records aren't maintained as vital records at all, but those searching for North Carolina divorce records are in luck.

The North Carolina Vital Records Office does keep divorce records on file and has been doing so since 1958. Even older records may also be found by contacting the Register of Deeds in the county where the divorce occurred. Requests for divorce records are limited by North Carolina law [NCGS 130A-93(c)], which is a great source of facts for anyone who is dealing with North Carolina vital records access.

In general, requests can be made in person or through the mail, but the fastest and most convenient way to get the North Carolina divorce records you need may be to use an online public records finder to help pinpoint exactly what you you're looking for in less time.

To receive a divorce record fill out the North Carolina Divorce Certificate Mail-in Form. Mail your application to:

North Carolina divorce certificates are available from the Registrar of Deeds in the county where the Divorce was granted, or from the State Office of Vital Records. Records have been kept since 1958. You may be asked to verify your eligibility to receive your request, and to provide photo ID. For more information visit: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services