Get your certified Missouri Marriage Certificate

Yes, you can order a Missouri marriage certificate online through VitalRecordsOnline.com. The online process allows you to submit your application, provide required information, and pay securely. Online orders are typically processed faster than mail-in requests. You will need to provide identifying information about both spouses and the date and location of the marriage.

A marriage license is the document you obtain before your wedding that legally authorizes you to marry in Missouri. 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 Missouri 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.

A certified copy of a Missouri marriage certificate costs $15 from the Missouri DHSS Bureau of Vital Records. Additional copies are also $15 each. Marriage certificate can also be obtained from the recorder of deeds in the county where the marriage license was issued, and fees may vary by county.

Yes. An authorized third party such as a spouse, parent, legal representative, or attorney may request a Missouri marriage certificate on someone else’s behalf. You will typically need to provide a notarized affidavit or sworn statement confirming your relationship and the purpose of your request. A Power of Attorney (PoA) document is also accepted as proof of authorization.

Missouri marriage records are generally considered public records. Certified copies can be obtained from the Missouri DHSS or the recorder of deeds in the county where the marriage was recorded. While basic marriage information is publicly accessible, certified copies with full details are typically restricted to eligible individuals such as the parties named on the certificate or their authorized representatives.

Different forms are required when a marriage record needs to be changed, depending on the information that needs to be amended. In Missouri, some amendments require a court order, typically requiring an attorney.

To request a correction or amendment to your marriage record, contact the Recorder of Deeds in the county where your marriage license was initially recorded and filed.

The process and requirements for amending a marriage certificate can vary. Correcting or revising vital records usually will require the following:

1. A completed amendment application,
2. Supporting documentation,
3. Appropriate fee(s)
4. A notarized, sworn statement completed by an authorized person

An apostille is required for marriage records submitted to foreign governments. The Commission Secretary of State issues apostilles for vital records initially filed with DHSS-BVR. You can request an Apostille for Missouri marriage records through the Secretary of State or Vital Records Online (VRO). VRO offers reliable apostille services in all 50 states and is legally recognized by governments and organizations in over 100 countries.

To manually mail a request, you will need to provide the following information:

• A letter stating what country the documents will be sent to, a return address, and a contact phone number and e-mail address
• Certified marriage record certificate
• $10.00 per document, checks, and money orders made payable to the Secretary of State’s Office
• Self-addressed envelope only if expedited delivery is needed

You can submit requests for your marriage record apostilles to the DHSS-BVR at the following addresses:

For standard mail, use the address below:

For express shipping (UPS, DHL, or Federal Express), submit the request to the physical address below:

If you lose your marriage certificate:

1. Submit an application for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or through VRO. You will need to complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the Missouri DHSS-BVR.
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 Missouri DHSS-BVR at:
      Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services,
      Bureau of Vital Records
      930 Wildwood Drive,
      Jefferson City, MO 65109
      
   3. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
2. Missouri DHSS-BVR will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.