Get your certified Georgia Divorce Certificate

Georgia divorce records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk's Office in the county where the divorce was granted. To obtain a copy, contact the clerk of the Superior Court in that county. Requests can be made in person or by mail. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority website may offer limited online access.

Fees for Georgia divorce records vary by county. Contact the Superior Court Clerk's Office where your divorce was finalized for current pricing. Additional fees may apply for certified copies, expedited processing, or mailed requests.

A divorce decree (Final Judgment and Decree of Divorce) is the full court order that finalizes the divorce, including terms for property division, custody, and support. A divorce certificate is a shorter summary document. Some agencies accept the certificate, while others require the full decree. Check with the requesting party before ordering.

Some Georgia Superior Court records may be accessible online through the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority. Availability depends on the county. For certified copies, contact the court clerk directly. An authorized applicant may designate a representative through a notarized Power of Attorney (PoA).

If your Georgia divorce certificate is lost, stolen, or damaged, you must request a replacement from the county where the divorce was recorded.

If you lose your divorce certificate:

1. Apply for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You must complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the COUNTY.
2. 1. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to the county health department. Some counties may accept walk-ins; check with the specific county where the divorce record is filed.
   2. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the County.
      
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   3. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
2. The county will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

The design and security elements of these certificates can differ significantly from state to state.

• Full Name of the Person: The full legal names of the spouses.
• Date of Divorce: The exact date the divorce was finalized.
• State Seal: A raised, embossed, or printed multicolor or black and white seal of the issuing authority, which validates the document.
• Signature of State Registrar: The signature of the state registrar or authorized official responsible for issuing the divorce certificate.
• Printed on Security Paper: Printed on specialized paper to prevent counterfeiting.

In some instances, a certified divorce certificate may also include:

Corrections and amendments are usually handled by the county clerk’s office that issued the certificate. Divorce certificates can be amended if information was entered incorrectly at the time the certificate was created. You must follow county law requirements and provide documentation to support any changes. Some amendments may also require court orders.

Common errors that may need correction include:

• Misspelled names
• Incorrect dates
• Wrong location information

The County may require you to provide legal documentation to verify changes and obtain court orders for specific amendments, along with original or certified copies of supporting documents.

Typically, requests to correct or amend a divorce certificate will require the following:

• A completed amendment application
• Supporting documentation
• Appropriate fee(s)

Once the apostille is issued, it will be sent to you by FedEx or DHL for global delivery. This ensures that your documents arrive at your doorstep regardless of location, whether in the US or internationally.

If you request by mail, you’ll need to provide the following:

1. A document notarized by a Georgia notary. The notary must date, sign, and seal the document; all signatures and seals must be original.
2. A cover letter stating the name of the country in which the document(s) will be used. The country name is needed in order to authenticate the document correctly. Please include a telephone number where you can be reached during normal business hours.
3. A self-addressed stamped 9" by 12" (or larger) envelope for return of the documents.
   Place rules and notes below if simultaneous requests are offered.

Mail-in Orders:

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