Greene County Marriage Records Search
Greene County marriage records are on file at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at 50 Stanard Street in Stanardsville, Virginia. The clerk issues all marriage licenses and keeps the official record of every marriage performed in the county. You can search Greene County marriage records in person at the courthouse, by mail, or through the Virginia Department of Health for marriages from 1936 forward. The county's records date back to 1838 when Greene was formed from Orange County.
Greene County Overview
Greene County Circuit Court Clerk
The Greene County Circuit Court Clerk's Office at 50 Stanard Street in Stanardsville handles all marriage licensing and record maintenance for the county. Staff can search Greene County marriage records by name or year and issue certified copies. Call (434) 985-2262 before your visit to confirm hours and fees. Certified copies carry the court seal and are accepted for legal purposes like name changes and immigration filings.
Virginia law under § 20-14 of the Code of Virginia makes the circuit court clerk the only office that can issue marriage licenses in each county. Both parties must appear in person together. There is no waiting period. The license is valid for 60 days. Under § 32.1-267, the officiant must return the completed certificate to the clerk within five days of the ceremony. The clerk files it and reports it to the state monthly. That creates the official Greene County marriage record in both local and state systems.
| Office | Greene County Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 50 Stanard Street Stanardsville, VA 22973 |
| Phone | (434) 985-2262 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | greenecountyva.gov |
How to Find Greene County Marriage Records
Visiting the clerk's office at 50 Stanard Street in Stanardsville is the most direct route. Bring a valid photo ID and the full names of both parties. The clerk can search by name and make certified copies. Mail requests are also accepted. Write to the clerk with both party names, the approximate year, and payment for the copy fee. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Most mail requests are processed within a few weeks.
For marriages from 1936 onward, the Virginia Department of Health Office of Vital Records in Richmond holds state copies. The state office accepts requests online, by mail to P.O. Box 1000 Richmond VA 23218-1000, or in person at 8701 Park Central Drive Suite 100. The fee is $12 per certified copy. You need to show valid identification. Virginia FOIA rules under § 2.2-3704 govern access to public records. The Virginia FOIA Council is a resource if you have questions about access rights.
The Greene County Government Portal has details on county services and the clerk's office.
Use the county portal to confirm current office hours and check for any changes to fees or procedures.
Marriage License Application in Greene County
Both applicants must come to the Greene County Courthouse in Stanardsville together to apply for a marriage license. Each person needs a valid government-issued photo ID. The application under § 20-16 asks for your full legal name, date and place of birth, current address, Social Security number, and marital history. Virginia law under § 20-13 requires a license before any marriage ceremony can take place.
Both parties must be 18 or older. There is no waiting period. The license is good for 60 days from issue. If the wedding does not happen in that time, you need to start over. Call (434) 985-2262 to get the current license fee before your visit. After the ceremony, the officiant fills in the details and returns the certificate to the clerk. That filed certificate is the permanent Greene County marriage record.
Note: Greene County is part of the 16th Judicial Circuit, which also covers Albemarle, Charlottesville, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson.
Historical Marriage Records in Greene County
Greene County was formed in 1838 from Orange County, and its marriage records span nearly two centuries. Early records include bond books and registers from the 19th century. These are kept at the courthouse in Stanardsville and at the Library of Virginia in Richmond. The Library maintains microfilm and digital collections of historical Greene County marriage records. Staff can help researchers navigate the collections. The Library is at 800 E. Broad Street in Richmond. Call (804) 692-3500 for assistance. The catalog is searchable online.
The Library of Virginia holds historical Greene County marriage records from the 19th century onward.
The Library's digital collections include records from many Virginia counties and are a strong genealogical research resource.
State-Level Greene County Records
The Virginia Department of Health keeps certified copies of all Greene County marriage certificates from 1936 forward. The state Office of Vital Records in Richmond processes requests online, by mail, or in person. The fee is $12 per copy. Phone is 804-662-6200. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Mail goes to P.O. Box 1000, Richmond, VA 23218-1000.
Under § 32.1-271, records 25 years old or older are generally public. Newer records are restricted to immediate family. Fees are set under § 32.1-272 and § 32.1-273. The Virginia courts website has contact information for the Greene County clerk.
The Virginia Department of Health Vital Records office holds certified copies of Greene County marriage records from 1936 to the present.
The state office processes requests by mail, online, or in person from the Richmond location.
Nearby Cities
Greene County is north of Charlottesville in the Piedmont region of Virginia.
Nearby Counties
Greene County borders several Central Virginia counties. If you are not sure which county issued a marriage license, check where the parties lived at the time.