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Guide to '''Nevada Marriage Records, Nevada ancestry, genealogy and family history''', marriage records, and family history.<br>
[[How to Find United States Marriage Records|How To Find U.S. Marriage Records]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png|go to]] How To Find Nevada Marriage Records  


== Finding Nevada Marriage Records  ==
== Finding Nevada Marriage Records  ==


*Statewide registration of marriages and divorces began in 1911; however, many Nevada counties began keeping records at a much earlier date.  
*Statewide registration of marriages and divorces began in 1968; however, many Nevada counties began keeping records at a much earlier date.  
*To obtain a marriage or a divorce record, write to the recorder of the county where the event took place.  
*To obtain a marriage or a divorce record, write to the county recorder of the county where the event took place.  
*Nevada marriage records are open to the public.  
*Nevada marriage records are open to the public.  
*When consulting the originals one may find licenses in one county office and the certificate series in another location.  
*When consulting the originals one may find licenses in one county office and the certificate series in another location.  
*The FamilySearch Library has microfilmed many of the early county marriage registers.
*The Family History Library has microfilmed many of the early county marriage registers.


{{Tip|More marriage information is usually found on the '''marriage license application''' or the '''marriage register'''. Less information is found on the '''marriage certificate'''. }}  
{{Tip|More marriage information is usually found on the '''marriage license application''' or the '''marriage register'''. Less information is found on the '''marriage certificate'''. }}  
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== '''Next Step: When did the marriage occur? '''  ==


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:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_Before_1887|Before 1887]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_Before_1887|Before 1887]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_1887_to_1911|1887 to 1911]]'''  
:*'''[[How_to_Find_Nevada_Marriage_Records#Marriages_1887_to_1911|1887 to 1911]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_1911_to_1955|1911 to 1955]]'''  
:*'''[[How_to_Find_Nevada_Marriage_Records#Marriages_1911_to_1955|1911 to 1955]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_1956_to_2005|1956 to 2005]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_1956_to_2005|1956 to 2005]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_2005_to_Present|2005 to Present]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Marriages_2005_to_Present|2005 to Present]]'''  
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== '''Marriages Before 1887'''  ==
== '''Marriages Before 1887'''  ==


The following Findmypast collection includes nearly 20,000 pre-1887 records:
*Before 1887, very few records exist
*[https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/united-states-marriages?state=nevada '''United States Marriages – Nevada, 1856-1938'''] ($) index & images
*Statewide registration of marriage records began in 1911


<br> If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases here, try searching for marriage information in [[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|other records]].  
<br> If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in [[Marriage Information Substitute Records|other records]].  


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| [[Nevada Church Records| Church Records]]<br>  
| &nbsp;[[Nevada#Church_Records|Church Records]]<br>  
[[Nevada Newspapers|Newspapers]]<br> [[Nevada Military Records| Military Records]]<br> [[United States Obituaries|Obituaries]]  
&nbsp;[[Nevada Newspapers|Newspapers]]<br> [[Nevada_Military_Records|&nbsp;Military Records]]<br> &nbsp;[[United States Obituaries|Obituaries]]  


| [[Nevada Census|Census Records]]  
| &nbsp;[[Nevada Census|Census Records]]  
[[Nevada Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]<br> [[Nevada Vital Records|Death Records]]<br> [[United States Bible Records|Bible Records]]  
&nbsp;[[Nevada Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]<br> &nbsp;[[Nevada Vital Records#Death|Death Records]]<br> &nbsp;[[United States Bible Records|Bible Records]]  


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<center>[[How to Find Michigan Marriage Records#Finding_Michigan_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
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== '''Marriages 1887 to 1911'''  ==
== '''Marriages 1887 to 1911'''  ==
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'''Free;''' Counties and coverage varies. Browse only. Images only.<br>
'''Free;''' name index with images online at FamilySearch.
 
'''Does not''' include the following counties: Alger, Alpena, Barry, Eaton, Gladwin, Kalkaska, Kent, Lenawee, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Oceana, Oscoda, Schoolcraft, and Shiawassee.  


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| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''  
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''  
| [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]  
| [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]  
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[[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Other records with marriage information]]  
[[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Other records with marriage information]]  


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'''Original Records'''  
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the&nbsp;[http://familysearch.org/catalog-search Family History Library Catalog (FHLC)] to see what is available.


Copies may be ordered from the [http://nvsos.gov/index.aspx?page=81 county clerk].
::*Search the [http://familysearch.org/catalog-search FHLC] by county.  
 
''OR''
 
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] to see what is available.
 
::*Search the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] by county.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*locate the microfilm at various Family Search Centers.
::*For a small fee, [https://familysearch.org/films/ order the microfilm] to view at a local Family Search Center.
<center>[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Finding_Nevada_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
<center>[[How to Find Michigan Marriage Records#Finding_Michigan_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
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'''Free;''' Counties and coverage varies. Browse only. Images only.<br>
'''Free;''' most counties 1868-1925: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.  


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Records include such information as names of bride and groom, date of license, ages, race, residences, birthplaces, occupations and names of the fathers of the bride and groom.  
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| Statewide registration of vital statistics began in 1911. You can obtain marriage certificates by writing to:
| [http://dhhs.nv.gov/ Nevada Department of Health and Human Services]<br>Office of Vital Records<br>4150 Technology Way, Suite 104<br>Carson City, Nevada 89706<br>Telephone: 775-684-4242<br>Fax: 775-684-4156
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The current fees for obtaining copies of the state's records are listed at [http://www.vitalrec.com/ VitalRecords.com].<br>  
'''Free;''' name index with images online at FamilySearch.
 
<br> '''Does not''' include the following counties: Alger, Alpena, Barry, Eaton, Gladwin, Kalkaska, Kent, Lenawee, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Oceana, Oscoda, Schoolcraft, and Shiawassee.  
 
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'''Original Records'''  
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the&nbsp;[http://familysearch.org/catalog-search Family History Library Catalog (FHLC)] to see what is available.  
 
Copies may be ordered from the [http://nvsos.gov/index.aspx?page=81 county clerk].  


''OR''
::*Search the [http://familysearch.org/catalog-search FHLC] by county.  
 
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] to see what is available.
 
::*Search the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] by county.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Locate the film to view at various local Family Search Centers.
::*For a small fee, [https://familysearch.org/films/ order the microfilm] to view at a local Family Search Center.
<center>[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Finding_Nevada_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
<center>[[How to Find Michigan Marriage Records#Finding_Michigan_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
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'''Free; collection includes records from 1956 to 2005''': Free name index online at FamilySearch.  
'''Free;''' most counties 1925-1936: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.  


The collection consists of an index to marriages from the Nevada State Health Division, Office of Vital Records. The index is provided by Ancestry.com.<br>
'''Does not''' include the following counties: Alger, Alpena, Barry, Eaton, Gladwin, Kalkaska, Kent, Lenawee, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Oceana, Oscoda, Schoolcraft, and Shiawassee.  


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| [http://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1633_8723_11893_41510-143215--,00.html County Clerk]  
| If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record. Contact the county clerk where you think the marriage took place. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
| If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record. Contact the [http://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1633_8723_11893_41510-143215--,00.html county clerk] where you think the marriage took place. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
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| [http://dpbh.nv.gov/Programs/Marriage/Marriage_and_Divorce_Records_-_Home/ Nevada Department of Health]  
| [http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html Michigan Department of Health]  
| If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record. Contact the Nevada Department of Public Health using this [http://www.mynevadacounty.com/nc/recorder/docs/Recorder%27s%20Office--Vital%20Records%20(Public)/Application%20for%20a%20Ceritifed%20Copy%20of%20Marraige%20Certificate.pdf form]. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
| If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record.Contact the [http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html Michigan Department of Public Health]. If you are unsure about the marriage year, the Michigan Department of Public Health charges $12 more for each year searched. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.  
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| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''  
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''  
| You can [http://dpbh.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/dpbhnvgov/content/Programs/BirthDeath/Docs/Marriage%20and%20Divorce%20Search.pdf order a search] from the State of Nevada Health division for a fee. [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]
| [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]
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| align="left" colspan="2" | '''No marriage record for your ancestor?'''  
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'''Original Records'''  
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the&nbsp;[http://familysearch.org/catalog-search Family History Library Catalog (FHLC)] to see what is available.  
 
Copies may be ordered from the [http://nvsos.gov/index.aspx?page=81 county clerk].  
 
''OR''


'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] to see what is available.
::*Search the [http://familysearch.org/catalog-search FHLC] by county.  
 
::*Search the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] by county.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Locate the microfilm to view at various local Family Search Centers.
::*For a small fee, [https://familysearch.org/films/ order the microfilm] to view at a local Family Search Center.
<center>[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Finding_Nevada_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
<center>[[How to Find Michigan Marriage Records#Finding_Michigan_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
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'''STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information'''  
'''STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information'''  


:*Copies may be ordered from the [http://nvsos.gov/index.aspx?page=81 county clerk].
:*Copies may be ordered from the [http://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1633_8723_11893_41510-143215--,00.html county clerk].


:*Copies may be ordered from the [http://dhhs.nv.gov/ Nevada Department of Public Health].
:*Copies may be ordered from the [http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html Michigan Department of Public Health].
:*A [http://dpbh.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/dpbhnvgov/content/Programs/BirthDeath/Docs/Marriage%20and%20Divorce%20Search.pdf search can be ordered] from the State of Nevada Health Division.


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| align="center" colspan="4" | '''To Order Marriage Certificates'''
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| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | [http://nvsos.gov/index.aspx?page=81 From County where Marriage occurred]  
| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | [http://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1633_8723_11893_41510-143215--,00.html From County where Marriage occurred]  
| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | [http://dhhs.nv.gov/ From NV Dept. of Health State office]
| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | [http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html From MI Dept. of Health State office]
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{{Tip|'''''When ordering Nevada marriage records:'''''}}  
{{Tip|'''''When ordering Michigan marriage records:'''''}}  


Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information.<br> <br>  
Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information.<br> <br>  
<center>[[How to Find Nevada Marriage Records#Finding_Nevada_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center>  
<center>[[How to Find Michigan Marriage Records#Finding_Michigan_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>
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== Wiki Articles  ==
== Wiki Articles  ==


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:*[[How to Find United States Marriage Records|How to find U.S. marriage records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Marriage Records|How to find U.S. marriage records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|How to find U.S. death records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|How to find U.S. death records]]  
:*[[United States Record Finder|United States Record Finder ]]  
:*[[United States Record Selection Table|United States Record Selection Table ]]  
:*[[United States, How to Use Marriage Records|United States, How to Use Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States, How to Use Marriage Records|United States, How to Use Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States Marriage Records|United States Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States Marriage Records|United States Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States Vital Records|United States Vital Records]]  
:*[[United States Vital Records|United States Vital Records]]  
:*[[U.S. Vital Records Overview|U.S. Vital Records Overview]]  
:*[[U.S. Vital Records Overview|U.S. Vital Records Overview]]  
:*[[Locating United States Vital Records|Locating United States Vital Records]]
:*[[Locating United States Vital Records|Locating United States Vital Records]]  
 
:*[[Michigan Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)/Known Issues|Michigan Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)/Known Issues]]
 
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=70016 Web: Western States Marriage Index, 1809-2011] Index ($)
*[http://abish.byui.edu/specialCollections/westernStates/search.cfm Western States Marriage Index]
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7850 Nevada Marriages, 1860-1987] Index ($)  
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60081 Nevada, County Marriages, 1862-1993] ($), index
*{{RecordSearch|1943751|Nevada, County Marriages, 1862-1993}} Images
*{{RecordSearch|1949338|Nevada, Marriage Index, 1956-2005}}
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=1100 Nevada, Marriage Index, 1956-2005] ($)  
*[http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10211/nevada-marriages-1968-1999?s=218489221 Nevada, Marriages, 1968 - 1999] ($), index


{{Nevada|Nevada}}[[Category:Nevada_Vital_Records]] [[Category:How-To Articles]]
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Revision as of 12:37, 12 June 2013


How To Find U.S. Marriage Records go to How To Find Nevada Marriage Records

Finding Nevada Marriage Records[edit | edit source]

  • Statewide registration of marriages and divorces began in 1968; however, many Nevada counties began keeping records at a much earlier date.
  • To obtain a marriage or a divorce record, write to the county recorder of the county where the event took place.
  • Nevada marriage records are open to the public.
  • When consulting the originals one may find licenses in one county office and the certificate series in another location.
  • The Family History Library has microfilmed many of the early county marriage registers.
Tip: More marriage information is usually found on the marriage license application or the marriage register. Less information is found on the marriage certificate.



Next Step: When did the marriage occur? [edit | edit source]
Marriage Records
Choose a time period:



Learn more about U.S. Marriage Records


Marriages Before 1887[edit | edit source]

  • Before 1887, very few records exist
  • Statewide registration of marriage records began in 1911


If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in other records.

1. Look first in 2. Then search
 Church Records

 Newspapers
 Military Records
 Obituaries

 Census Records

 Cemetery Records
 Death Records
 Bible Records


Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year


Marriages 1887 to 1911[edit | edit source]

Michigan Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
Try:
{{RecordSearch|1810350|Michigan, County Marriages, 1820-1867}}

Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch.

Does not include the following counties: Alger, Alpena, Barry, Eaton, Gladwin, Kalkaska, Kent, Lenawee, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Oceana, Oscoda, Schoolcraft, and Shiawassee.


Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?

Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.

Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

  • Search the FHLC by county.
  • Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
  • For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.
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Marriages 1911 to 1955[edit | edit source]

Michigan Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
Try 1st:
{{RecordSearch|1452395|Michigan Marriages, 1868-1925}}

Free; most counties 1868-1925: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.

Records include such information as names of bride and groom, date of license, ages, race, residences, birthplaces, occupations and names of the fathers of the bride and groom.

Try 2nd:
1810350|Michigan, County Marriages, 1868-1925}}

Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch.


Does not include the following counties: Alger, Alpena, Barry, Eaton, Gladwin, Kalkaska, Kent, Lenawee, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Oceana, Oscoda, Schoolcraft, and Shiawassee.


Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?

Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.

Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

  • Search the FHLC by county.
  • Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
  • For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.
Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

Marriages 1956 to 2005
[edit | edit source]

Michigan Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
Try 1st:
{{RecordSearch|1810350|Michigan, County Marriages, 1926-1935}}

Free; most counties 1925-1936: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.

Does not include the following counties: Alger, Alpena, Barry, Eaton, Gladwin, Kalkaska, Kent, Lenawee, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Oceana, Oscoda, Schoolcraft, and Shiawassee.

Try 2nd:
County Clerk If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record. Contact the county clerk where you think the marriage took place. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
Try 3rd:
Michigan Department of Health If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record.Contact the Michigan Department of Public Health. If you are unsure about the marriage year, the Michigan Department of Public Health charges $12 more for each year searched. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.


Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?

Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.

Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

  • Search the FHLC by county.
  • Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
  • For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.
Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

Marriages 2005 to Present[edit | edit source]

Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.

STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information

To Order Marriage Certificates
From County where Marriage occurred From MI Dept. of Health State office
Pros Cons Pros Cons
May be less expensive and faster than ordering from the state County websites can be more difficult to use Offers a search of the state index for an additional fee May be more expensive than ordering from the county
Tip: When ordering Michigan marriage records:

Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information.

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