King George County Marriage Records
King George County marriage records are kept at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in King George, Virginia. The clerk issues all marriage licenses and maintains the official record of every marriage performed in the county. You can search King George County marriage records in person at the courthouse, by mail, or through the Virginia Department of Health for marriages from 1936 forward. The county was established in 1721 from Richmond County, and its records include significant 18th and 19th century documentation.
King George County Overview
King George County Circuit Court Clerk
The King George County Circuit Court Clerk's Office in King George handles all marriage licensing and record keeping for the county. Staff can search King George County marriage records by name or year. Certified copies carry the court seal and are valid for legal purposes like name changes and immigration filings. Contact the clerk before your visit to confirm hours and fees.
Virginia law under § 20-14 designates circuit court clerks as the sole authority to 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 monthly to the state, creating the official King George County marriage record in both local and state systems.
The King George County Government Portal provides information about county services and the clerk's office.
Use the county portal to find up-to-date contact information and learn about any changes to fees or procedures before visiting the courthouse.
| Office | King George County Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | King George County Courthouse King George, VA 22485 |
| Website | kinggeorgecountyva.gov |
Getting King George County Marriage Records
Visiting the clerk's office in person at the King George County Courthouse is the direct approach. Bring valid photo ID and the names of both parties. The clerk can search by name and issue certified copies. Mail requests are also accepted. Write to the King George County Circuit Court 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 processes 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 copy. You need valid ID. Phone is 804-662-6200. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Virginia FOIA rules under § 2.2-3704 govern access to public records.
King George County Marriage License Requirements
Both applicants must appear together at the King George County Courthouse to apply for a marriage license. Each person must bring valid government-issued photo ID. The application under § 20-16 asks for full legal name, date and place of birth, current address, Social Security number, and prior marital history. Virginia law under § 20-13 requires a license before any ceremony.
Both parties must be 18 or older. There is no waiting period and no blood test required. The license is valid for 60 days. If the wedding does not happen within that window, you need to apply again. After the ceremony, the officiant completes the certificate and returns it to the clerk. That filed certificate is the permanent King George County marriage record.
Note: King George County is between Fredericksburg and the Northern Neck. If you are not sure which county handles your records, check where the parties lived at the time of the marriage.
Historical King George County Marriage Records
King George County was established in 1721 from Richmond County. Its marriage records include 18th and 19th century documentation from a period of significant settlement in Northern Virginia. Early records include bond books and registers from the early 1700s onward. These are held at the courthouse and at the Library of Virginia in Richmond. The Library maintains microfilm and digital collections for King George County. Researchers can visit at 800 E. Broad Street in Richmond or search the catalog online. Call (804) 692-3500 for help.
The Library of Virginia holds historical King George County marriage records from the 18th century onward.
The Library's collections include records from many Northern Virginia counties and are a valuable resource for genealogical research in the region.
State-Level King George County Records
The Virginia Department of Health holds certified copies of all King George County marriage certificates from 1936 onward. The state Office of Vital Records processes requests online, by mail, or in person at 8701 Park Central Drive Suite 100 in Richmond. The fee is $12 per copy. Mail goes to P.O. Box 1000, Richmond, VA 23218-1000. Phone is 804-662-6200. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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 King George County clerk.
The Virginia Department of Health Vital Records office holds certified copies of King George County marriage records from 1936 to the present.
The state office can handle requests by mail, online, or in person from the Richmond location.
Nearby Cities
King George County is in the Northern Neck region of Virginia, between Fredericksburg and the Potomac River.
Nearby Counties
King George County borders several counties in Northern Virginia and the Northern Neck. Check where parties lived to find the right county for record requests.