Marriage records in Henrico County, Virginia, can be accessed through online tools, the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, in-person visits, and mail requests. HenricoCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for Henrico County. The Henrico County Circuit Court Clerk's Office issues marriage licenses and maintains official marriage records. Certified copies of marriage certificates are also available through the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.
Henrico Marriage Records Search
In Virginia, the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in each locality is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and recording the returned marriage certificates. The Henrico County Circuit Court Clerk's Office serves as the official custodian of these records. The collection includes marriage licenses issued in Henrico County, completed marriage certificates returned by the officiant after the ceremony, and related indexes. You can obtain copies of public records such as marriage licenses from this office. For historical marriage records research, the Library of Virginia's marriage records collection provides a searchable database of older Virginia marriage records, though some early Henrico County court records were destroyed during the Revolutionary War.
Henrico County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Henrico
Two agencies can issue certified copies of marriage records in Virginia: the local Circuit Court Clerk where the license was issued and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) Office of Vital Records. Fees differ depending on which office you contact.
| Service | Fee (Circuit Court Clerk) | Fee (VDH Vital Records) |
|---|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $0.50 per page (by Virginia statute) | $12.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same order) | $0.50 per page | $12.00 each |
| Uncertified / plain copy | $0.50 per page | Not offered |
| Search fee | No separate search fee | Included in certificate fee |
Under Virginia law, copies of public court records from the Clerk's Office are $0.50 per page. The VDH charges $12.00 per certified copy of a marriage certificate. Payment methods and accepted forms of payment vary by office — contact the issuing office to confirm before submitting your request.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Henrico
Online
The Virginia Department of Health offers online ordering for certified marriage certificates through its Vital Records portal. This is the primary online option for obtaining a state-issued certified copy. The Henrico County Circuit Court Clerk's Office does not currently offer an online ordering system for marriage record copies.
In Person
Visit the Henrico County Circuit Court Clerk's Office during business hours to request copies of marriage records. Walk-in requests are accepted. Bring a valid photo ID and be prepared to provide:
- Full names of both spouses
- Approximate date of marriage
- Payment ($0.50 per page, confirm accepted payment methods by calling ahead)
By Mail
To request marriage record copies by mail from the Circuit Court Clerk's Office:
- Write a letter specifying the full names of both spouses and the approximate date of marriage.
- Include a copy of your valid photo ID.
- Enclose payment (check or money order payable to the Henrico County Circuit Court Clerk — call to confirm the exact amount).
- Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return delivery.
- Mail your request to:
For state-level certified copies, you may also mail a request to the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Vital Records. The VDH application form is available on their website. Processing times vary; contact the relevant office for current turnaround estimates.
Henrico County's vital records page provides additional guidance on obtaining certified copies of birth, marriage, divorce, and death certificates through local and state resources.