MENDOCINO COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Mendocino County Recorder issues Authorized and Informational copies of Mendocino County vital records including Mendocino County birth certificates, Mendocino County death certificates, and Mendocino County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Mendocino County).

Mendocino County Vital Records participates in the VitalChek Network, allowing you to order the following certificates online on an expedited basis.

MENDOCINO COUNTY MARRIAGE RECORDS
Mendocino County Recorder issues certified copies of Mendocino County marriage records of individuals who were issued a marriage license within Mendocino County. If you were married with a confidential marriage license please contact the recorder's office for instructions on ordering.

Who Can Order?
To order copies of Mendocino County marriage records online, you must have a valid Mastercard, Visa, American Express or Discover Card.

You may order Mendocino County marriage records through VitalChek's fax service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your fax must contain the following information: a valid Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover card number and expiration date; the name of the groom; the name of the bride; the date of marriage; the place where the marriage took place; a daytime telephone number; whether you desire delivery by regular mail or express carrier; and the street address to which the certificate should be sent. Please note that express carriers will not deliver to a PO box. You may inquire as to the shipping and handling fees for regular, international, or Saturday deliveries by calling VitalChek

You may order copies of Mendocino County marriage records by mail or in person at the Mendocino County Recorder. If you apply by mail, your request must include: the name of the groom; the name of the bride; the date of marriage; the place where the marriage took place; a daytime telephone number; and the address where the record should be sent. If you desire further information on applying in person or by mail, you should call the County Recorder.

Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Mendocino County Vital Records will only ship copies of Mendocino County marriage records to the entitled applicant's address.

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Public Marriage Authorized Copy
A certified copy of the public marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage certificates are available for licenses that were issued in Mendocino County Recorder.

First Copy: $14.00    Additional Copies: $14.00


Confidential Marriage Authorized Copy
A certified copy of the confidential marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage certificates are available for licenses that were issued in Mendocino County Recorder.

First Copy: $14.00    Additional Copies: $14.00


Marriage Informational Copy
If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the marriage certificate, you will receive a certified informational copy with the words "INFORMATIONAL, NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO ESTABLISH IDENTITY" imprinted across the face of the copy. This document is primarily used for genealogy and cannot be used for identification purposes.

First Copy: $14.00    Additional Copies: $14.00

Order Online
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.

VitalChek is an official service, authorized by Mendocino County Recorder, to securely order certified Mendocino County vital records, like birth and death certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Mendocino County Recorder, and may charge additional fees without providing approved services or guaranteeing confidentiality of your data.

As a government-approved organization for 25 years, VitalChek safely delivers millions of vital records every year and is America’s #1 resource for ordering certified vital records across the nation. VitalChek makes purchasing your family’s most important documents, such as Mendocino County marriage records, simple, fast and secure:

• Simple step-by-step ordering with easy to use editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.
• Fast online ordering, processing & delivery options to help get your certificate as quickly as possible.
• Secure ordering processes that are designed to help protect your identity online.

VitalChek offers the convenience of ordering Mendocino County marriage records for yourself or your family from the privacy of your home or office, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, with no hidden fees or unexplained charges. No traffic, no standing in line, no parking, no hassles.