Marriage records in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, can be accessed through several channels. BucksCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also contact the Bucks County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court directly, visit the office in person at the Bucks County Justice Center in Doylestown, or submit a request by mail. The Pennsylvania Department of Health maintains statewide vital records and may also assist with certain marriage-related inquiries.
Bucks County Marriage Records Search
In Pennsylvania, marriage licenses are issued and marriage records are maintained at the county level by the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court — not the Clerk of Courts or Recorder of Deeds. The Bucks County Register of Wills office is the custodian of all marriage license applications, issued licenses, and returned marriage certificates for marriages that took place in Bucks County.
The collection includes:
- Marriage license applications
- Issued marriage licenses
- Marriage certificates returned after the ceremony
- Historical marriage records dating back through the county's history
You can search some Bucks County records through the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court Online Services portal. For older or harder-to-locate records, contact the office directly.
Bucks County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Bucks County
Fees for marriage record copies in Bucks County are set by the Register of Wills office in accordance with Pennsylvania statute and the fee schedule adopted by the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records. Contact the office to confirm current fees before submitting a request, as amounts may change.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $10.00 |
| Each additional certified copy (same order) | $5.00 |
| Marriage license application fee | $50.00 |
Processing for in-person requests is typically handled the same day during normal business hours. Mail requests may take several business days depending on volume. Confirm exact turnaround times with the Register of Wills office.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Bucks County
There are three main ways to obtain a copy of a marriage certificate from Bucks County:
Online
The Register of Wills Online Services portal allows you to search available records. For ordering certified copies online, check whether the portal supports direct ordering or whether you need to contact the office to complete the request. The Pennsylvania Department of Health Vital Records office may also be able to assist with marriage record verification at the state level.
In Person
Visit the Register of Wills office at the Bucks County Justice Center:
Walk-in requests are accepted during regular business hours. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Payment methods accepted may include cash, check, or money order — confirm with the office before your visit.
By Mail
To request a certified marriage certificate by mail, send the following to the Register of Wills at the address above:
- A written request including the full names of both spouses, the approximate date of the marriage, and your relationship to the individuals on the record
- A copy of your valid government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order payable to "Bucks County Register of Wills" for the applicable fee
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
For questions about your request or to check its status, call the office at 215-348-6265. You can also submit a formal records request through the county's public records process if needed.
Additional information about court records access and the Bucks County official website may help you locate related documents or direct you to the correct office for your needs.