Marriage records in Atlantic County, New Jersey, can be accessed through several channels. AtlanticCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the issuing authority — the Atlantic County Clerk's Office — in person, by mail, or through the New Jersey Department of Health's online vital records ordering system. The New Jersey Judiciary website may also assist with related court records such as divorce decrees.
Atlantic County Marriage Records Search
In New Jersey, marriage licenses are issued and marriage records are maintained at the local (municipal) level by the registrar of vital statistics in each municipality. However, the Atlantic County Clerk's Office serves as a central resource for county-level marriage record inquiries and can direct requesters to the appropriate local registrar. The New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics and Registry, also maintains statewide marriage records for events occurring from May 1848 to the present.
The Atlantic County Clerk's Office is located at:
Records maintained include marriage licenses issued within Atlantic County municipalities, filed marriage certificates, and historical marriage records. For older records or statewide searches, contact the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics and Registry, at (609) 292-4087 or visit their vital records website.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Atlantic County
Fees for certified copies of marriage records in New Jersey are set by statute (N.J.S.A. 26:8-73). The following table outlines standard fees when ordering through the New Jersey Department of Health or a local registrar:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy (first copy) | $25.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same record, same order) | $2.00 |
| Search fee (included in certified copy fee) | Included |
| Expedited processing (state level, additional) | Varies; check with NJ Vital Records |
Fees at the local registrar level are typically the same as the state schedule. Payment methods accepted vary by office — contact the Atlantic County Clerk or the local municipal registrar to confirm accepted forms of payment. Processing times for mail requests through the state office are generally 4–8 weeks; in-person requests at the local registrar are usually processed the same day if the record is on file.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Atlantic County
There are three main ways to order a certified copy of a marriage certificate in Atlantic County:
Online
The New Jersey Department of Health allows online ordering of vital records, including marriage certificates, through its contracted vendor. Visit the NJ Vital Records website for the current online ordering portal. Additional processing and shipping fees apply for online orders.
In Person
You can request a certified marriage certificate in person from the local registrar in the municipality where the marriage license was issued. For marriages that took place in Atlantic County, contact the municipal clerk's office in the specific town (such as Atlantic City, Egg Harbor Township, or Galloway). Walk-in service is typically available during regular business hours. Bring:
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- The full names of both spouses
- The approximate date of the marriage
- Payment for the applicable fee
By Mail
Mail requests can be sent to either the local registrar or the New Jersey Department of Health. Include the following with your request:
- A written request or completed application form specifying the names of both spouses and the date and place of marriage
- A copy of your government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order for $25.00 (payable to the Treasurer, State of New Jersey, if ordering from the state; or to the local registrar if ordering locally)
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Mail requests to the state office should be sent to:
For questions about related court records — such as divorce decrees or other family court filings in Atlantic County — contact the Superior Court Clerk's Office. You can also use AtlanticCourt.us to locate additional public record resources for the county.