How do I Obtain a Certified Copy or Information about a Marriage License?

Certified copies of your marriage license may be obtained in person or by mail from the circuit court clerk's office that issued the marriage license.

IN-PERSON COPIES:
You or someone on your behalf may come to the Clerk's Office to request copies:

  • Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday
  • Fee: $2.50 per certified copy

COPIES BY MAIL:
Mail requests must include:

  • Fee: $2.50 per certified copy (Check or Money Order payable to: Clerk)
  • Include names of both spouses (Maiden name if applicable.)
  • Year of marriage
  • Self addressed stamped return envelope
    Mail to:
    Fredericksburg Circuit Court
    701 Princess Anne Street, Suite 100
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Not accepted:

  • Electronic and Phone requests
  • Electronic and phone payments

You may get a copy of your license from the Virginia Division of Vital Records in Richmond for a fee of $10.00