Marriage records in King County, Washington, are available through several channels. KingCourt.us can help find public information about county marriage records. Additionally, official documents are maintained by the King County Recorder's Office, which issues marriage licenses and registers returned certificates. Certified copies of marriage certificates can also be ordered through the Washington State Department of Health. Access is available online, in person at the office, or by mail.
King Marriage Records Search
In King County, marriage records are maintained by the Recorder's Office — a division of the Department of Executive Services. This office issues marriage licenses and accepts returned signed certificates for official registration. The collection includes marriage licenses, registered marriage certificates, and historical records.
Most documents registered after August 1, 1991, are available through the free online official records database. Older records may require an in-person visit or a written request. Before ordering a copy, we recommend first checking the availability of the document in the online database.
King County Recorder's Office
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in King
There are two ways to obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate: through the county or through the state. The Recorder's Office issues copies of recorded documents, while the Washington State Department of Health issues certified certificates at the state level.
County-Level Fees (King County Recorder's Office)
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Copy of recorded document (first page) | $5.00 |
| Each additional page | $1.00 |
These fees apply to copies of documents recorded in the Recorder's Office. To order copies of recorded documents, first find the desired record in the online database.
State-Level Fees (Department of Health)
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $25.00 |
| Additional copy (same order) | $25.00 |
Processing time through the Department of Health usually takes several weeks for standard orders. Expedited processing may be available for an additional fee — details are provided on the DOH website.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in King
Online
Certified copies of state-level marriage certificates can be ordered through the online portal of the Washington State Department of Health. You will need the names of the spouses, the approximate date of marriage, and the county where it was registered.
To obtain copies of documents recorded directly in King County, use the county records online search, find the desired document, and submit a request for a copy.
In Person
Visit the Recorder's Office at:
No appointment is necessary. Bring a valid photo ID and payment.
By Mail
To order a copy by mail through the King County Recorder's Office, send:
- A written request specifying the names of the spouses and the approximate date of marriage
- A copy of a photo ID
- A check or money order for the appropriate amount, made payable to King County Recorder's Office
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Mailing address for requests:
To order a certified state-level certificate by mail, contact the Washington State Department of Health — the request form and instructions are available on their official website.