Jacksonville Marriage License Information
Jacksonville is the county seat of Onslow County and home to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Marriage licenses in Jacksonville are issued by the Onslow County Register of Deeds. The Jacksonville City Clerk does not issue marriage licenses. The area serves a large military community, and military ID is accepted as valid identification. Both applicants must appear in person with photo ID and their Social Security number. The license costs $60 and is good for 60 days. Onslow County has marriage records going back to 1741.
Getting a Marriage License in Jacksonville
The Onslow County Register of Deeds is at 602 Anne Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540. The mailing address is 109 Old Bridge Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call (910) 455-3430 for questions. The fax number is (910) 455-3048. Under G.S. 51-6, a marriage license must be obtained before the ceremony.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and your Social Security number or card. Military personnel should bring their military ID. If you were previously married, have details about how and when the marriage ended. The fee is $60. The license is valid right away and good for 60 days throughout North Carolina.
Jacksonville Marriage License Requirements
G.S. 51-2 requires both applicants to be at least 18. No residency is needed. No blood test or medical exam is required. G.S. 51-8 makes the Register of Deeds the issuing official. Two witnesses are required at the ceremony. The officiant returns the signed license to the Onslow County Register of Deeds within 10 days.
Many couples in Jacksonville include active duty military members. The Onslow County marriage license requirements page has the full list of what to bring. Camp Lejeune also has military chapels available for ceremonies, though base access restrictions may apply for civilian guests.
Jacksonville Marriage License Filing
North Carolina law places marriage licenses at the county level. Since Jacksonville is the county seat of Onslow County, the Register of Deeds is right in town at 602 Anne Street. The office handles marriage licenses for all communities in Onslow County, including Richlands, Swansboro, and Holly Ridge. Many applicants are active duty military from Camp Lejeune and their partners. The staff is familiar with military ID and the needs of service members who may be on a tight schedule before deployment.
Marriage License Fees in Jacksonville
The fee is $60. Certified copies of the marriage certificate are available from the Onslow County Register of Deeds after the license is filed. The NC Vital Records office has records from 1962 to the present for a $24 search fee. The county office is the faster option for recent Jacksonville marriages.
Note: Onslow County marriage records date back to 1741, making it one of the oldest record collections in the state.
Jacksonville Marriage Records
Request certified copies from the Onslow County Register of Deeds at 602 Anne Street. Visit in person or send a request by mail to 109 Old Bridge Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540. The Onslow County marriage information page has more details. For state-level copies, mail your request to NC Vital Records, 1903 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1903. The NCARD directory lists all county offices if you need records from another area.
The City of Jacksonville website provides municipal services but does not handle marriage licenses or vital records. The city clerk at 815 New Bridge Street handles city council records and administrative functions.
Jacksonville Marriage License Images
The City of Jacksonville website covers municipal services for the city.
The city directs all marriage license inquiries to the Onslow County Register of Deeds.
The Onslow County marriage requirements page lists what you need to bring to the office.
Review this page before your visit to make sure you have all the documents you need.
The NC marriage certificates page covers state options for ordering copies.
State records go back to 1962. Onslow County has records back to 1741 for those doing historical research.
Jacksonville Marriage License Process
The process for a Jacksonville marriage license follows North Carolina state law. Both applicants visit the Onslow County Register of Deeds at 602 Anne Street. You fill out the application, present identification, and pay the $60 fee. The clerk reviews the application and issues the license the same day. There is no waiting period. The license works right away and is good for 60 days. You can hold the ceremony in any county in North Carolina.
Jacksonville has a strong military community, and many couples include active duty members. The Onslow County office is experienced with military ID and the needs of service members. If one party is deployed or stationed far from Jacksonville, contact the Register of Deeds to discuss your options. The county may be able to work with you depending on the situation.
After Your Jacksonville Wedding
The officiant returns the signed license to the Onslow County Register of Deeds within 10 days. Request certified copies once the record is filed. For name changes, take a certified copy to the Social Security Administration first, then update your driver's license at the NC DMV. Military personnel may also need to update their military records through DEERS. Order several copies of the certificate since you will need them for multiple agencies and accounts.
Popular ceremony locations near Jacksonville include Topsail Island beaches, the Pelletier House, and military chapels on Camp Lejeune. Onslow County parks and recreation facilities also host wedding events. The NC Vital Records website is another option for ordering copies after the marriage is recorded.
Onslow County Marriage License Records
Jacksonville is in Onslow County, and all marriage license filings go through the Onslow County Register of Deeds. For more on the county office, fees, and resources, visit the Onslow County marriage license records page.