Get your certified Wyoming Marriage Certificate

The fee for a certified copy of a Wyoming marriage certificate varies by county and ordering method. When ordering through VitalRecordsOnline.com, processing fees apply in addition to the state or county fee. Contact your local vital records office or county clerk for the exact current fee schedule. Expedited processing and shipping options are available for an additional charge.

Yes, you can order a Wyoming 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.

In Wyoming, the individuals named on the marriage certificate, their immediate family members, legal representatives, and those with a direct and tangible interest may request a certified copy. Third-party requestors typically need to provide a notarized authorization letter from one of the parties named on the certificate, along with valid identification and a statement explaining the purpose of the request.

Wyoming 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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming. 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 Wyoming 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.

If you lose your marriage certificate:

1. Submit an application 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 WDH-VSS.
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 WDH-VSS at:
      Wyoming Department of Health,
      Vital Statistics Services,
      2300 Capitol Avenue,
      Hathaway Building,
      
   3. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
2. WDH-VSS will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

To request a correction to a marriage certificate in Wyoming, only the spouses or an attorney representing either party is permitted to do so. Any supporting documentation must match the details that need to be corrected.

Correction Application: Complete the Wyoming Application for Correction form using ink.

Proof Documents: Acceptable evidence to support an Affidavit of Correction includes:

• A certified copy of a Birth Certificate that displays the correct name spelling, date of birth, or place of birth.
• A notarized statement from the Officiant if the correction pertains to the date or place of marriage.
• A certified copy of the Court Order must also be submitted if there has been a court-ordered change. This document will be retained.
• Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued photo ID with your submission.

Fees: The following fees apply for corrections to a marriage certificate in Wyoming:

• Correction not involving Court Action: $20.00
• Replacement Certificate following Correction (previously issued certificate(s) must be returned): $15.00
• Certified Copy of a Marriage Certificate, following correction: $25.00

Submit requests for corrections, including all supporting documents and fees, should be mailed to: Vital Statistics Services 2300 Capitol Avenue Hathaway Building Cheyenne, WY 82002

For any questions regarding the process of correcting a marriage certificate, you can contact the Marriage Corrections clerk at 307-777-6943.

Apostilles can be requested from the Wyoming 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.

An apostille is necessary to certify vital records for use in another country. The Wyoming Secretary of State issues apostilles for vital records originally filed with the WDH-VSS.

To manually apply for an apostille, you will need to provide the following information:

1. A completed Wyoming Request Form.
2. Certified marriage record certificate
3. Pay a fee of $20.00 per document. All checks (personal or company) or money orders should be made payable to the Wyoming Secretary of State.
4. Prepaid return envelope or shipping label, unless retrieved in person.

You can submit requests for marriage record apostilles to the Secretary of State at the following address:

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