Marriage records in Gwinnett County, Georgia, are available through several channels. GwinnettCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the issuing authority — the Gwinnett County Probate Court — in person or by mail. Online tools through the Georgia Courts system and the Georgia Department of Public Health's vital records office provide additional access points for obtaining marriage certificates and verifying marriage records.
Gwinnett Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, the Probate Court is the office responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining local marriage records. The Gwinnett County Probate Court issues marriage licenses to couples who apply in person and retains copies of all marriage licenses and certificates filed within the county. The collection includes marriage licenses issued, returned marriage certificates, and historical marriage records dating back to the county's establishment.
The Georgia Department of Public Health also maintains statewide marriage records from June 1952 forward. For marriages that took place in Gwinnett County before that date, the Probate Court is typically the only source.
Walk-ins are generally accepted during business hours. Contact the court directly to confirm availability before visiting, especially for older or archived records.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Gwinnett
Fees for marriage record services in Gwinnett County are set by the Probate Court in accordance with Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 15-9-60). The table below reflects standard fees; confirm current amounts with the court before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage license application | $56.00 (without premarital education certificate); $16.00 (with premarital education certificate) |
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $10.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same order) | $5.00 |
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 19-3-30.1) allows a reduced marriage license fee for couples who complete a qualifying premarital education course and present a certificate at the time of application. Payment methods accepted at the Probate Court typically include cash, money orders, and credit/debit cards — call ahead to verify.
Processing for in-person requests is usually completed the same day. Mail requests may take one to two weeks depending on volume.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Gwinnett
There are three main ways to obtain a copy of a Gwinnett County marriage certificate:
Online
The Georgia Department of Public Health operates the Georgia Vital Records office, which accepts online orders for marriage certificates for marriages recorded from June 1952 onward. Orders can be placed through the Georgia DPH vital records portal. A valid government-issued ID is required, and additional processing fees from the third-party vendor may apply.
For court-level records or marriages recorded only at the county level, GwinnettCourt.us may help you locate available record information before placing a formal request.
In Person
Visit the Gwinnett County Probate Court at the address listed above during regular business hours. Bring:
- A valid photo ID
- The full names of both spouses
- The approximate date of the marriage
- Payment for the applicable fee
Certified copies are typically issued the same day for records on file at the court.
By Mail
Send a written request to the Gwinnett County Probate Court at:
Include the following with your mail request:
- A written letter or completed request form specifying the full names of both spouses and the date of the marriage
- A photocopy of your valid government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order payable to the Gwinnett County Probate Court for the applicable fee
- A self-addressed stamped envelope for return mailing
Allow one to two weeks for processing. If the court cannot locate the record, they will typically notify you by mail. For questions about your request, call the Probate Court at (770) 822-8250.
If you are unsure whether a marriage was recorded in Gwinnett County or need to search statewide, the Gwinnett County government website and the Georgia Department of Public Health vital records office are additional resources to explore.