Get a copy of your marriage or divorce documents: Request Marriage or Divorce Documents
What is a Request Marriage or Divorce Documents?
When you need an official record, use a Request Marriage or Divorce Documents letter to apply for a copy of your marriage certificate, divorce or annulment decree. We'll make it easy with our step-by-step process.
To request a replacement marriage certificate, divorce or annulment decree, create this letter and send it to the city, county, or local office where the record is held. Note that you'll need the address of the appropriate government office for this letter. There are many scenarios where an official record of your marriage or divorce is required. For example, if you choose to change your name when you marry, the Social Security Administration will need a copy of your marriage certificate. You'll also need a marriage certificate to go onto your spouse's insurance as a dependent or to change your name after marriage.
When to use a Request Marriage or Divorce Documents:
- You need a copy of your marriage certificate.
- You need a copy of your dissolution or annulment certificate.
How do I get my Request Marriage or Divorce Documents reviewed?
If you already have a Request Marriage or Divorce Documents and want to have it reviewed, or if you have questions about creating or using one, there are a few ways to get help.
Use Rocket Copilot to ask questions or review your document; this helps you better understand what it says and identify anything that may need a closer look.
If you are looking for help from a Legal Pro, you can also ask a question and receive a response within one business day, or request a more in-depth document review.
Sample Request Marriage or Divorce Documents
The terms in your document will update based on the information you provide
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Please forward to my attention certified whose record is being requested.
To assist you in locating the requested I am providing the following information:
Enclosed is in the amount of for the requested at the above address I can be contacted by phone at . I may be contact by e-mail at . A fax can be sent to . Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Enclosure