Arkansas Marriage Records

To begin, add a marriage record or view a list of locations and resources for Arkansas marriage records.

Marriage records can often be some of the trickiest things to track down, and yet also some of the most valuable. If you're searching for marriage records, then you know that searching in the specific state in question is a great way to help you find what you're looking for.

If you're searching for Arkansas marriage records, there are two different ways to find what you're looking for. Researchers can sift through the state archive of vital records either through an internet search, or by contacting the Arkansas Department of Health, Vital Records Division. Or, if they choose to, they can also search on a county basis, which means finding actual marriage records, instead of coupons.

The vital records department is bound by Arkansas Statute 20-18-305 concerning who is eligible to order marriage records, although counties may have different laws to abide by. In general though, searching the internet is the fast way to get the records you're looking for.

To receive a marriage record fill out the Arkansas Marriage Certificate Mail-in Form. Mail your application to:

You can obtain copies of Arkansas marriage certificates if you are one of the parties named as a spouse, a close family member to one of the parties named, or legal representative of someone with a legal interest in the marriage. They are available from the year 1917 and on. You may apply by mail, email, or on the Internet, paying the small fee of $10.00 at the time of requesting your copy. For more information visit: Arkansas Department of Health