How to Find Nebraska Marriage Records

How To Find U.S. Marriage Records How To Find Nebraska Marriage Records

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In 1867, Nebraska was created as a state from the Nebraska Territory.Statewide registration of marriages bean in 1909.Prior to 1909 some records were recorded and may be available at the offices of the County Clerk where the event occurred.

Finding Nebraska Marriage Records

 * Statewide registration of marriage began in 1909.
 * County clerk began keeping reocord at the formation of the county.
 * Nebraska marriage records are not restricted and can be ordered by anyone during any time period

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Next Step: When did the marriage occur?

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 * Marriage Records
 * Choose a time period:
 * Before 1867
 * 1867 to 1909
 * 1909 to Present
 * Marriage year unknown


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Marriages Before 1867

 * Before 1867,marriages were recorded by the county.

If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in other records.



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Marriages 1867 to 1909
Marriage Records on Microfilm Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use theFamily History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.


 * Search the FHLC by county.
 * Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
 * For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.

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Marriages 1909 to Present
Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.

STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information


 * Copies may be ordered from the Nebraska county clerk.


 * Copies may be ordered from the Nebraska Department of Health. and Human Services

Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information. Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

American Indian Records
1863-1947 births, marriages, and deaths,Winnebago Agency. United States Bureau of Indian Affairs.

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