Get your certified Nebraska Divorce Certificate

The cost for a Nebraska divorce record varies by source. Certified copies of the divorce decree must be obtained from the District Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Court fees vary, so contact the relevant clerk’s office for exact pricing.

Yes. A legal representative, attorney, or authorized agent may request Nebraska divorce records on behalf of one of the parties to the divorce. You will need to provide a notarized affidavit or sworn statement confirming your authorization, or a valid Power of Attorney (PoA) document granting you legal authority.

A Nebraska divorce certificate is a summary record confirming that a divorce took place, including the names of the parties and the date. A divorce decree is the full court order issued by the District Court that includes the terms of the divorce such as property division, custody, and support. Most legal and government purposes require the actual divorce decree from the court.

When seeking a Nebraska certified divorce certificate, it's important to understand that each state's vital records office incorporates unique authentication features. The appearance of the certificate can vary depending on the year it was issued.

An official divorce certificate will typically include several key features: a raised, embossed, or multicolored state seal, printing on secure and specialized paper, and the registrar's signature. Additionally, you will find the full names of both parties, the date and location of the divorce, and a unique certificate number.

The specific features of the certificate can vary depending on county guidelines, leading to different layouts and security measures. Generally, states issue two types of divorce certificates: the long-form (official) certificate and the short-form (informational) certificate.

• Full Name of the Person: The full legal names of the spouses.
• Date of Divorce: The exact date of divorce of the spouses.
• 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:

The procedure for replacing a lost or stolen divorce record is the same as what has been provided above. You can use any of the three methods - in-person, mail, or online - to request the new record.

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 DHHS - Office of Vital Records..
2. 1. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to the state health department. The DHHS - Office of Vital Records.
   2. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the DHHS - Office of Vital Records. at:
      
      Nebraska Vital Records PO Box 95065, Lincoln, NE 68509-5065
      
   3. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
2. DHHS - Office of Vital Records. will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

Nebraska divorce certificates can be amended if information was entered incorrectly at the time the certificate was created. You must follow state 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 DHHS - Office of Vital Records 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)

To use your Nebraska divorce record internationally, an apostille will be required. These can be acquired through the Secretary of State’s office. Before pursuing authentication with an apostille, you will need to have a certified copy of your Nebraska divorce record.

You may choose to manually send your certificates to the Secretary of State, or you may place an order through VRO. VRO provides apostille services for divorce certificates in Nebraska and is legally valid in more than 100 countries. This service costs $149 (plus government fees) and is completed in three easy steps.

1. Complete the VRO Apostille Express online application.
2. Submit the required documents for approval.
3. Receive your apostille document.

When your apostille is ready, it will be mailed to you via FedEx or DHL. You don’t need to be located in the U.S. to use this service - we can ship your documents anywhere in the world.

To order the apostille manually, follow these steps:

1. The original document was signed by a Nebraska notary or county official.
2. A statutory fee of $10.00 per document being authenticated
3. Include which country this document is going to.
4. Instructions on where certification should be sent when completed.
5. Phone number where you can be reached if we have questions.

If you wish to have the apostille returned by express mail, include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your order. Submit the request for your divorce record apostille to the following address:

Nebraska Secretary of State, Notary Division

PO Box 95104, Lincoln, NE 68509