Application for Certified Copy of Maryland Marriage Record
Official state formFree downloadLast verified November 5, 2026
The Maryland Department of Health, Division of Vital Records application to order a certified copy of a Maryland marriage certificate by mail.
Who can use this form
- The married parties, or an attorney representing them
- A representative with a notarized letter of permission from the married parties
- A court of law
- Only for marriages performed on or after January 1, 2007; older records are at the circuit court in the county of marriage
What to send with it
- This application, signed
- A legible copy of your valid government-issued photo ID, or two documents showing your name and current address
- A self-addressed, stamped envelope
- A check or money order for $12 per copy, payable to Division of Vital Records (no cash)
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Division of Vital Records P.O. Box 68760 Baltimore, MD 21215-0036
- State fee
- $12 per certified copy, non-refundable
- Typical processing
- Not provided
- Source
- Official government page