Rutland County Marriage Records

Marriage records in Rutland County, Vermont, are available through several channels. Public information about the county's marriage records can be found on the RutlandCourt.us website. Additionally, certified copies of marriage certificates are issued by the Town Clerk of the city or town where the marriage was performed, as well as the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (VSARA). Requests can be submitted online, in person, or by mail.

Rutland Marriage Records Search

In Vermont, marriage records are maintained at two levels. The Town Clerk of the municipality where the ceremony took place registers the original marriage certificate and keeps it in local vital records books. Copies are also sent to the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration in Montpelier, which maintains a centralized registry of all marriages in the state.

The collection includes marriage licenses, marriage certificates, and civil union records. Historical records — especially those dating before 2013 — are primarily stored at VSARA. To search for a specific record, you need to know the names of the spouses and the approximate date of the marriage.

Rutland County consists of 27 cities and towns, each with its own Town Clerk. If the marriage took place, for example, in the City of Rutland, you should contact the Rutland City Clerk. Here is the contact information for the county's central city:

Rutland City Clerk's Office

For records registered in other towns in the county, contact the respective Town Clerk.

Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Rutland

The fee amount depends on where you order the copy — from the local Town Clerk or through VSARA. Below are the approximate rates according to Vermont law:

Note: An additional processing fee may be charged when ordering online through the VSARA portal. The processing time for mail requests usually takes 4–6 weeks. Local Town Clerks often issue copies on the day of the request if the record is available.

Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Rutland

There are three main ways to obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate.

Online

VSARA offers an online vital records ordering service through which you can request certified copies of marriage, civil union, and divorce certificates. To submit a request, you will need:

• The full names of both individuals who were married
• The date of the marriage
• The place of registration (city or town in Vermont)
• A credit or debit card for payment

The Vermont Department of Health also provides general information on ordering vital records and redirects applicants to VSARA.

In Person

The fastest option is to contact the Town Clerk of the city where the marriage was registered directly. At the Rutland City Clerk's Office, a copy is usually issued within a few minutes. Bring identification and cash or a check for the fee payment.

For older records (before 2013), you can also visit VSARA in person:

By Mail

To order a copy by mail through VSARA, send:

1. A completed application for a certified copy (the form can be downloaded from the VSARA website)
2. A copy of the applicant's identification
3. A check or money order for $10.00 payable to the Vermont Secretary of State
4. A self-addressed stamped envelope (optional — for faster delivery)

Mailing address for requests:

Mail request processing takes four to six weeks. If you need the document urgently, it is better to contact the local Town Clerk in person or use the VSARA online portal.