Leesburg Marriage Records

Leesburg marriage records are handled by the Loudoun County Circuit Court, which is located in Leesburg and serves both the town and the broader Loudoun County area. The clerk's office is in the 19th Judicial Circuit and holds marriage licenses, land records, probate records, and all official court filings. Whether you need to apply for a new license or request a certified copy of an older record, the courthouse at 18 E Market Street is where you start. The Virginia Department of Health also holds statewide marriage records from 1936 onward and accepts mail-in requests.

Loudoun County Circuit Court in Leesburg

The Loudoun County Circuit Court is located in Leesburg, which is the county seat of Loudoun County. The court is in the 19th Judicial Circuit. The current clerk is Gary M. Clemens, a constitutional officer elected to an eight-year term. The clerk has broad authority, including the power to probate wills, appoint guardians, grant administration of estates, issue marriage licenses, and record deeds. The clerk's office is also custodian of all the 19th Judicial Circuit Court's records.

The clerk's office provides an extensive range of services. These include criminal case management, civil case management, deed recordation and land records processing, probate of wills and estates, judicial services, jury management, historic records and deed research, and business services. For marriage license questions and record requests, the courthouse address is 18 E Market Street, 3rd floor, Leesburg, VA 20178. Phone is (703) 777-0234. For general court information, visit loudoun.gov/circuitcourt or loudouncountycourt.org.

Leesburg is part of Northern Virginia's fast-growing region. Loudoun County is one of the most populous and highest-income counties in the United States. The circuit court processes a high volume of marriage licenses and records requests, so calling ahead before visiting can help you plan your visit efficiently. The clerk's office handles requests from both county and town residents as well as from anyone applying regardless of residence.

Marriage Licenses in Leesburg

Both people applying must appear in person at the Loudoun County Circuit Court. Each applicant needs a valid government-issued photo ID. No Virginia residency is required, and there is no waiting period. Under Virginia Code Section 20-14, the circuit court clerk is the only official authorized to issue marriage licenses in Virginia. Leesburg is the county seat, so this is the only location in Loudoun County where you can apply.

The fee is $30. The license is valid for 60 calendar days from the date of issue. The ceremony must take place in Virginia. After the ceremony, the officiant has five days to return the completed license to the clerk. Unused or expired licenses must be returned to the clerk's office. The clerk then sends the record to the Virginia Department of Health for central filing in the statewide records system under Virginia Code Section 32.1-267.

Certified copies from the circuit court clerk typically cost around $2.50 each. VDH charges $12 per certified copy for records from 1936 to the present, as specified under Virginia Code Section 32.1-273. If you are applying for a license in Leesburg but planning a ceremony elsewhere in Virginia, the license remains valid statewide for the full 60-day period.

Certified Copy Requests for Leesburg Marriage Records

To get a certified copy of a Leesburg or Loudoun County marriage record, you can go through the circuit court clerk or VDH. The circuit court holds records for all marriages licensed in Loudoun County, including those from Leesburg and other towns in the county. VDH holds records for all Virginia marriages from 1936 forward.

For the circuit court, visit 18 E Market Street, 3rd floor, during business hours, or call (703) 777-0234 to ask about mail-in procedures. Bring photo ID and payment. Staff can search by party names and approximate date. The clerk's office has a dedicated historic records and deed research service that is especially useful for older searches.

For VDH, submit Form VS6 with $12 per copy to: Division of Vital Records, P.O. Box 1000, Richmond, VA 23218-1000. Include a copy of your photo ID. Walk-in service is at 2001 Maywill Street in Richmond. VDH phone is 804-662-6200. Under Virginia Code Section 32.1-271, records within 25 years are restricted to the parties and authorized individuals. Older records are public. Virginia's FOIA rules under Virginia Code Section 2.2-3704 govern access to all public records.

Leesburg Vital Records Resources

The Virginia Department of Health vital records office serves Leesburg residents and all other Virginians for statewide marriage record requests from 1936 onward. The screenshot below shows the VDH vital records portal.

Leesburg residents can request certified VDH copies for $12 per record by mail or in person at 2001 Maywill Street in Richmond. This covers all Virginia marriage records from 1936 to the present.

Historic Marriage Records in Loudoun County

The Loudoun County Circuit Court maintains a dedicated historic records and deed research function within the clerk's office. This reflects the county's long history and the significant volume of historical documents that have accumulated over time. Loudoun County was established in 1757, and records from the early county include marriage bonds, land records, and probate documents that can be invaluable for genealogical research.

The clerk's office staff can help you access older Loudoun County marriage records, including materials that predate the modern license system. Many early Virginia marriages were documented through marriage bonds rather than licenses, and those bonds often named the parties, their bondsmen, and the intended officiant. These documents are typically held by the circuit court clerk or at the Library of Virginia.

The Library of Virginia holds historical marriage bonds and related records from Loudoun County in their archives. Their online catalog lets you search available holdings by locality, and staff can help with research requests by mail or in person. For marriages in the Leesburg area going back to the 18th century, both the local court and the Library of Virginia are useful resources.

Leesburg also sits within the Eastern District of Virginia for federal court purposes. The federal district court covers several Northern Virginia counties and cities, including Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington, Fauquier, Stafford, and Prince William Counties along with Leesburg, Fairfax City, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park. Federal court records are separate from the state circuit court system and are held at the federal courthouse in Alexandria.

Loudoun County Marriage Records

Leesburg is the county seat of Loudoun County and shares its circuit court with the county. Marriage records for Leesburg and all of Loudoun County are held at the same clerk's office. For more details on the county records system, visit the Loudoun County page.

View Loudoun County Marriage Records

Nearby Cities

These cities are in Northern Virginia near Leesburg. Each uses a circuit court for marriage records.