Obtain a Copy of a Marriage License

The Marriage Department provides copies of marriage licenses issued 1932-present. You can obtain these copies online or via the Marriage Department office, using the instructions below.

For marriage licenses issued before 1932, please visit the Archives Department.

 

Be ready to provide:

1. Both Applicant Names (First Name + Middle Name + Last Name)
2. Ceremony Date (Month + Day + Year)
   You can use the marriage record search tool to find this information.
3. Payment (see below for fee structure and payment methods)

 

By Mail

1. Fill out the Marriage License Copy form.
2. Send the completed form with payment and a Self-Addressed-Stamped Envelope (or add 50 cents to payment for U.S. mailing/$2.00 for international mailing) to the following address:

Marriage License Department
Room 124, City Hall, 1200 Market Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63103

In Person

1. Please come to the Recorder's Assistance Center:

 Room 128, City Hall, 1200 Market Street

Saint Louis, Missouri 63103

Online

Click the Begin Online link below and follow the instructions.

Begin online Call (314) 613-3015

Walk-in

• $12.00 Nonrefundable fee for each copy of Certified Marriage Certificate
• $3 Nonrefundable fee for each copy of Uncertified Marriage Certificate
• Visa/MasterCard or cash accepted

Mail-in

• $12.00 Nonrefundable fee for each copy of Certified Marriage Certificate
• $3 Nonrefundable fee for each copy of Uncertified Marriage Certificate
• Include self-addressed stamped envelope, or add 50 cents for US mail or $2.00 for international mail
• Check, money order or cash accepted

Online

• $12.00 Nonrefundable fee for each copy of Certified Marriage Certificate (+ $10 service fee, $1.50 for standard mail, $30 for FedEx Overnight)
• $3 Nonrefundable fee for each copy of Uncertified Marriage Certificate (+ $10 service fee, $1.50 for standard mail, $30 for FedEx Overnight)

 

Walk-in

You will receive your copies during your visit.

Mail-in

You will receive your copies within 10 business days.

Online

You will receive your copies within 10 business days if you choose standard mail or overnight if you choose FedEx overnight.