Get your certified Hawaii Marriage Certificate

Hawaii marriage records are generally considered public records. However, access to certified copies may be limited to authorized individuals such as the parties named on the certificate, their family members, or those with a legitimate legal need. Informational or non-certified copies may be available for genealogical research and other purposes. Contact the Hawaii vital records office for specific access policies.

A marriage license is the document you obtain before your wedding that legally authorizes you to marry in Hawaii. A marriage certificate is the official record proving your marriage took place. After your ceremony, the officiant signs the license and returns it to the appropriate office for filing. Once recorded, it becomes the official marriage certificate. You need the certificate for legal purposes like name changes, insurance benefits, tax filing, and immigration applications.

You can obtain a certified copy of a Hawaii marriage certificate from the state vital records office, the county clerk or recorder where the marriage was filed, or online through VitalRecordsOnline.com. For older records, you may need to contact the county directly or the state archives. Processing times vary by method, with online and in-person requests typically being the fastest options.

You can obtain a Hawaii marriage certificate from the Hawaii Department of Health. Requests can be made online, by mail, or in person at the Honolulu office. You will need the full names of both spouses, date of marriage, and the island where the marriage took place.

A certified copy of a Hawaii marriage certificate costs $10. Additional copies ordered at the same time cost $4 each. Online orders through authorized providers may include convenience fees.

Yes. You can order a Hawaii marriage certificate online through the Department of Health or authorized third-party providers. You will need both spouses' names, date of marriage, and the island where it took place. Online orders require a credit or debit card.

Yes. Either spouse, a parent, legal guardian, or person with a direct and tangible interest may request a certified copy. Valid photo ID and proof of relationship are required. A notarized Power of Attorney (PoA) may be used to authorize a representative to request on your behalf.

You can order an apostille directly through the Secretary of State or online through VRO’s Express Apostille Service. Apostilles are issued by the Secretary of State and are often required when filing a Hawaii death certificate with a foreign government that is part of the 1961 Hague Convention.

VRO offers comprehensive apostille services for marriage certificate across all 50 US states. Governments and organizations acknowledge the service, which is legally valid in over 100 countries. VRO’s service comes with expert support, costs $149 (plus government fees).

If you are manually submitting a request for an apostille to the Hawaii Department of Health, you will need to provide the following items:

1. Forms Submission:
2. • Do not use the online process for apostille and authentication requests. Instead, print and fill out a paper request order form for any new birth, marriage, or death certificate needed for apostilles and authentication.
   • Previously certified copies of vital records are not accepted.
   • Download the necessary forms for birth, marriage/civil union, or death certificates. Indicate “apostille” and specify the “country” as the reason for your request.
2. Apostille/Authentication Process:
3. • Download and complete the Office of the Lt. Governor’s Apostille or Certification of Documents Form. You can find the form here.
   • Include a separate money order or cashier’s check for $1 made payable to the Office of the Lt. Governor.
   • Additionally, enclose a separate money order or cashier’s check for the fees associated with your birth, marriage, or death record request. This should be made payable to the Hawaii Department of Health. Please refer to the instructions provided with the form.
3. Eligibility Documentation:
4. • Include a copy of your government-issued photo identification (e.g., driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
   • You must also provide documentation that verifies your eligibility to obtain the requested vital record. For more eligibility information, please click here.
4. Return Envelope:
5. • Enclose a pre-paid, self-addressed stamped envelope to ensure the completed documents can be returned to you.
5. Mailing Your Request:
6. • Assemble your completed request form, indicating the country for the apostille, a photocopy of your government-issued photo ID, eligibility documentation (if applicable), the completed Office of the Lt. Governor form, all payment checks, and the pre-paid self-addressed stamped envelope.
   • Send everything to: Hawaii Department of Health-Vital Records P.O. Box 3378 Honolulu, HI 96801

Note: If you are submitting the request on behalf of the registrant (the person named on the certificate), you will need to include a letter of authorization from the registrant granting you permission to request and obtain the document on their behalf. Additionally, provide a copy of their government-issued photo ID alongside your own.

Make sure all documents are completed and enclosed properly for a smooth processing of your request.

You can reach the office at (808) 586-4539  or https://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/apostilles/.

In-person/by mail (standard or express courier):

Requests by mail:

Ensure that you specify on the application form that you need an apostille and indicate the country to which the document will be submitted. The fee for a death certificate is $10.00 for the first copy and $4.00 for each additional copy. The apostille fee is $1.00 per document.

DOH-OHSM has compiled a list of frequent circumstances that require an amendment to a marriage certificate. The Hawaii State Department of Health – Office of Health Status Monitoring (DOH-OHSM) provides a simple procedure for when an individual must correct or amend a marriage certificate. The forms required depend on the information that needs to be amended.

Generally, to correct or amend a Hawaii record, you will need:

1. A completed amendment application,
2. Supporting documentation: An amendment may be made upon application, but only with the submission of required documentary evidence in support of the amendment.
3. Appropriate fee(s): In most cases, a fee of $3.00 is charged for each request for the amendment.

For questions regarding corrections, call (808) 586-4541 or send a written letter of inquiry to:

<If you lose your marriage certificate:

1. Apply for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You will need to complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the DOH-OHSM.
2. 1. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to a county health department.
   2. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the DOH-OHSM at:
      Mailing Address:
      State Department of Health Office,
      of Health Status Monitoring
      Vital Records Issuance Section,
      PO Box 3378,
      Honolulu, HI 96801
      ,
   3. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
2. DOH-OHSM will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.