Marriage records in Chatham County, Georgia, are available through several channels. ChathamCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for Chatham County. You can also contact the issuing authority — the Chatham County Probate Court — directly, visit in person, or submit a request by mail. The Georgia Department of Public Health maintains state-level vital records as an additional resource for obtaining marriage certificates.
Chatham County Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, the Probate Court in each county issues marriage licenses and maintains local marriage records. The Chatham County Probate Court is the issuing authority for all marriage licenses within the county. The court's marriage records collection includes marriage license applications, issued licenses, and returned marriage certificates filed after ceremonies are performed. Historical marriage records dating back many decades are also held by this office. You can search some Chatham County Probate Court records online through the court system's website, which offers a Probate Court Records Search tool. For records not available electronically, contact the Probate Court directly.
At the state level, the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of Vital Records, also maintains marriage certificates for marriages that occurred in Georgia from June 9, 1952 forward.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Chatham County
Fees for marriage record copies vary depending on whether you order from the Chatham County Probate Court or from the state vital records office. The table below reflects standard fees based on Georgia law and office fee schedules. Contact the Probate Court to confirm current local fees before submitting a request.
| Service | County Probate Court Fee | State Vital Records Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Certified copy (first copy) | Contact Probate Court to confirm | $10.00 |
| Additional copies (same order) | Contact Probate Court to confirm | $5.00 each |
| Search fee (no record found) | Contact Probate Court to confirm | Included in request fee |
State fees are set per O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26. The state office processes requests typically within several business days for standard orders. Expedited processing may be available for an additional fee through the state's online ordering system.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Chatham County
There are three main ways to obtain a marriage certificate from Chatham County or the State of Georgia:
Online
The Georgia Department of Public Health offers an online vital records ordering system called ROVER (Remote Order of Vital Event Records). Through ROVER, you can order certified copies of Georgia marriage certificates for marriages recorded from June 9, 1952 to the present. You will need to provide:
- Full names of both spouses
- Date of marriage
- County where the license was issued
- Valid payment method
Note: ROVER is the state-level portal. The Chatham County Probate Court does not currently offer its own online ordering system for marriage certificates.
In Person
Visit the Chatham County Probate Court at the address listed above during regular business hours. Walk-in requests are generally accepted. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Payment methods accepted may include cash, money order, or certified check — call ahead to confirm accepted forms of payment.
By Mail
You can request marriage records by mail from either the county or the state:
County mail requests: Send your written request to the Chatham County Probate Court at:
Include the following with your mail request:
- Full names of both spouses
- Approximate date of marriage
- Your relationship to the individuals named on the record
- A copy of your government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order for the applicable fee (payable to the Chatham County Probate Court)
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
State mail requests: Send requests to the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of Vital Records, at:
Include the same identifying information listed above, along with the appropriate state fee by check or money order payable to "Georgia DPH."
For additional guidance on accessing Chatham County government services or locating court records through the Georgia Courts portal, visit those resources directly. If you need help starting your search, ChathamCourt.us provides information on publicly available Chatham County records.