South Carolina Divorce Records

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

Divorce records from South Carolina are a great example of how public records can be valuable sources of information. The information included in the divorce records of South Carolina paints an accurate and intricate picture of history which becomes more valuable everyday. Furthermore, more current divorce records can also be legally important.

If you need South Carolina divorce records, the first place most people think to check is the Office of Vital Records. This office has divorce records from South Carolina dating back to 1962. Some older records are also available, mostly dating from 1949, but these are generally only on the county level.

Orders for divorce records from the Office of Vital Records are normally sent through the mail, which can easily take several weeks. If a quicker solution seems preferable, one great thing to try are online public records searches, which can really help to reduce both the hassle of finding what you need and the wait time involved with written requests.

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

South Carolina has kept divorce records at the state level since mid 1962. If you need a copy of a South Carolina divorce certificate or decree, you may apply for one for a fee of $12.00. If you need a copy dated earlier than 1962, but not before 1949, you may apply to the county where the divorce was granted. For more information visit: South Carolina Department of Health