Maryland Marriage Records

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

Maryland marriage records are important keys to both the past and the present. Not only are Maryland marriage records valuable tools for genealogy research, but they're also vital to many different legal situations.

If you need to find marriage records from Maryland, there are a couple of government agencies to consider. The Division of Vital Records maintains marriage records from 1990 to the present for those who need to replace a copy of a recently created document. For those doing genealogical research or needing older copies, the Maryland State Archives have a wide range of public documents, some of which date back to the colonial era.

While those who are seriously interested in research may find it worthwhile to visit the Maryland State Archives in person, using the internet and a public records finder is a great way to find the information you're looking for without having to plan a trip.

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

Maryland marriage certificates are available from the year 1990 to the present, and may be obtained from the Clerk of Circuit Court in the county where the marriage license was granted. The fee is $12.00 and may be paid with check or money order. You must provide photo ID, identifying information, and be eligible to receive the information. For more information visit: Maryland Vital Statistics Administration