Marriage Records

Cost

Certified copies are available for $15.00 to persons of entitlement. We accept cash, checks, money orders, cashiers checks, and credit/debit cards (in person). There is a 3% card fee.

Non-certified, plain paper copies of marriage records from Hancock County only are available and will be stamped "Not For Legal Purposes."

Available Records

Marriages from 1954 to the current date are available electronically in all counties in Iowa, regardless of where the event occurred.

Vital Records Availability

Instructions

You will need a valid photo ID or driver's license, be at least 18 years old and have entitlement.

Vital Record Application

Ways to Apply

• Apply in person.
  • Make sure to bring your valid ID or driver’s license and a cash, check, or money order (payable to Hancock County Recorder) or credit/debit card for payment. There is a 3% card fee.
• Applying by mail.
  • If applying by mail, you must fill out the application with your signature notarized, and we need a copy of your valid ID or driver's license and a check or money order (payable to the Hancock County Recorder).
    • If you would like Hancock County to process your request, please mail your notarized completed application and payment to:
      
      Hancock County Recorder
      855 State Street
      P.O. Box 70
      Garner, IA 50438
• Apply by phone or online through the IDHHS and VitalChek.
  • Visit the IDHHS website for instructions.

Identification

If you do not have a valid driver's license or ID, please provide alternative identification. View Identity Documents for acceptable forms of alternative IDs.

Entitlement

Direct and Tangible Interest