How to Find Kansas Marriage Records
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How To Find Kansas Marriage Records
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In 1861, Kansas was created from the Territory of Kansas.Statewide registration of marriages began in 1913 in Kansas. The counties may have copies of these records.
Finding Kansas Marriage Records
- 1913 Kansas laws required counties to record marriages
- Before 1913,the county clerk may have records
- Kansas marriage records are not restricted and can be ordered by anyone during any time period
| 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? |
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Marriages Before 1861
- Before 1861, no marriages were recorded by the county or Territory
- 1861 to 1913 very few records exist
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 |
Census Records |
Marriages 1861 to 1913
| Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images | ||||
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| Kansas, County Marriages, ---- - ---- |
Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch. Does not include the following counties:
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| 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. |
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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 theFamily 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.
Marriages 1913 to Present
Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.
STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information
- Copies may be ordered from the county clerk.
- Copies may be ordered from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
| To Order Marriage Certificates | |||
| From County where Marriage occurred | KN Dept. of Health and Environment | ||
| 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 Kansas 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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