Pasquotank County Marriage License Records

Pasquotank County manages marriage license records at the Register of Deeds office in the Pasquotank County Courthouse at 203 East Main Street in Elizabeth City. The office serves the entire county and holds marriage records dating back to 1867. Register of Deeds Penny Newbern and her staff handle new marriage license applications, certified copies, and research requests. Elizabeth City sits along the Pasquotank River in the northeastern corner of North Carolina. Couples from across the Albemarle region visit this office to begin the marriage process. The staff is experienced with all aspects of vital records and can help guide you through each step.

Apply for a Pasquotank Marriage License

Both parties must appear at the Pasquotank County Register of Deeds to apply. Marriage licenses are issued by appointment only. Call 252-335-4367 to schedule your visit. Each person must bring a picture ID and their Social Security number with verification such as a Social Security card, W-2, or pay stub. A certified birth certificate is also required for each applicant.

Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 51, both people must present proper documents before the license can be issued. Applicants aged 16 or 17 need written parental consent and certified copies of their birth certificates. If either party was previously married, state the month and year the divorce was final. There is no waiting period. The license is good right away and valid for 60 days. Cash is the only accepted payment method at the Pasquotank County office.

Pasquotank County Marriage License Fees

The fee for a marriage license in Pasquotank County is $60. This includes a $35 state fee. Cash only is accepted at the office. The fee is the same across all North Carolina counties. Application hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but you must call ahead to make an appointment.

After the ceremony, the officiant must return the signed license to the Pasquotank County Register of Deeds within 10 days. N.C.G.S. § 51-6 requires this step. Two witnesses must sign the license at the wedding. The Register of Deeds files the completed document, and it becomes a permanent record under N.C.G.S. § 51-8. Check the Pasquotank County fee schedule for a full list of office fees.

Certified Marriage Records from Pasquotank County

Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $10 each. Non-certified copies are $0.25 each. Under N.C.G.S. § 130A-93, only eligible people may get a certified copy. The following people qualify:

• The person named on the record or their spouse
• Parents, siblings, children, or grandchildren of the applicant
• Grandparents of the applicant
• A legal representative or authorized agent with proof
• Anyone with a legal need, with proof of that need

Request copies in person at the courthouse or by mail. Send mail requests to P.O. Box 154, Elizabeth City, NC 27907-0154. Include a signed request, a copy of your photo ID, payment by money order (personal checks are not accepted), and a self-addressed stamped envelope. An online vital record request option is also available through a third-party portal linked on the Pasquotank County vital records page.

Note: Mail orders require money orders only, so plan accordingly to avoid delays.

Pasquotank County Marriage Record History

Pasquotank County holds marriage records from 1867. The marriage index covers 1872 to 1883, and marriage licenses are available from 1883 to the present. Birth and death records date from 1913. Land records go back to the 1700s. Delayed birth records are also available at the office. The county was formed in 1668 as one of the original precincts of Albemarle County, making it one of the oldest administrative areas in North Carolina.

The North Carolina State Archives holds early marriage bonds and other documents from the colonial and antebellum periods. Pasquotank is also an eCourt county, which means court records are searchable online through the state eCourts portal. The county's long history and deep record collection make it a valuable resource for genealogy researchers in northeastern North Carolina.

Search Pasquotank Marriage License Records

Visit the Pasquotank County Register of Deeds at 203 East Main Street in Elizabeth City. Call 252-335-4367 for phone help. The fax line is 252-335-5106. The mailing address is P.O. Box 154, Elizabeth City, NC 27907-0154. The marriage license information page has details on requirements and the application process.

The NC Association of Registers of Deeds county finder can help you locate offices in other counties. The NC Vital Records office holds statewide marriage certificates from 1962 to the present. For records before 1962, the Pasquotank County office is the best source.

The Pasquotank County Register of Deeds website provides an overview of all services offered at the office. Visit the Pasquotank County ROD page for the latest information.

This page lists office hours, contact details, and links to vital record services.

The marriage license page for Pasquotank County outlines specific requirements and appointment details. View the Pasquotank County marriage license page for current rules.

Review all needed documents and payment rules before scheduling your appointment.

The NC Vital Records portal handles state-level certificate requests. Visit the NC Vital Records homepage for ordering options and processing times.

State-issued marriage certificates from 1962 onward are available through this site.

Note: Call 252-335-4367 to schedule an appointment, as walk-ins may not be accepted for marriage license applications.