Marriage Records in New Hanover County, NC

Where to get them

Official government sources

The authoritative record holders — straight from the source, no middleman. Many are free; where a standard government fee applies, it’s shown.

• North Carolina Vital Records (NCDHHS)Official

  Order certified copies of birth and death certificates from North Carolina Vital Records, the official state vital records office within the Department of Health and Human Services.

  Several weeks by mail; same-day expedited in person$24 first copy; $15 each additionalOnline, mail, in personEligible person/immediate family; valid photo ID

• The trade-off if speed matters

  How the official source above compares to a paid service on speed and effort.

  Official source

  • TimeSeveral weeks by mail; same-day expedited in person
  • Cost$24 first copy; $15 each additional
  • RequiresEligible person/immediate family; valid photo ID

  Faster paid option

  • TimeOften minutes, online
  • HowNo trip or mailing — done from home
  • FeePaid convenience service
• New Hanover County Clerk / RegistrarOfficial · Free

  Marriage licenses and many local vital records are filed with the New Hanover County, NC County Clerk or Registrar — often the fastest source for New Hanover County records.

• CDC — Where to Write for Vital RecordsOfficial · Free

  The CDC's National Center for Health Statistics lists each state's vital-records office, fees, and requirements for birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates (free).