Are marriage records public in Chicago?

Are Illinois Marriage Records Public Information? Yes. Interested persons may obtain a document verifying a marriage or civil union in Illinois — this document is for informational purposes only. Certified copies of marriage records become public information after 75 years.

How do I look up marriage records in Illinois?

To obtain copies of marriages found in the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, write the appropriate county clerk and include in your letter all of the information on the marriage given in the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index. Only county clerks may issue certified copies of marriage records.

How do I get a marriage certificate in Chicago?

Requesting a standard marriage certificate

  1. In Person. Visit us in person at one of the Clerk’s four locations.
  2. Online. Order Online – A $12.45 processing fee is charged by VitalChek. All major credit cards are accepted.
  3. By Phone. Call Toll-Free: (866) 252-8974.
  4. Write us. Mail your request to:
  5. Go to a local Currency Exchange.

How much is a marriage license in Chicago Illinois?

($60)
Marriage Licenses ($60) Before getting married in Chicago or suburban Cook County, a couple must obtain a marriage license from the Cook County Clerk’s office within 60 days of the ceremony. NEW: Now you can begin your marriage license application process online!

Can you look up marriage records in Cook County?

The Cook County Clerk’s office is the official record keeper for marriages, civil unions and domestic partnerships in Chicago and suburban Cook County. Cook County Vital Records provides copies of these documents to eligible individuals upon request.

How do I find free marriage records in Illinois?

Illinois County clerks are the official custodians of all marriage records recorded in Illinois counties. To obtain copies of marriages, write the appropriate county clerk and include in your letter all of the information on the marriage.

How do I know if my marriage is registered?

Verifying your marital status You can also sms the letter M followed by your ID number (example: M 5001010050080) to 32551 A reply sms will be sent back to your cellphone to confirm your marital status and the date of your marriage. (R1 per sms and will be charged by your network service provider).

How do I get a copy of my marriage license in Illinois?

Marriage records are not kept by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Vital Records. Certified copies are only available at the county clerk in the county where the marriage occurred (see RESOURCES in the right-hand column and click on List of County Clerks).