How to Find Oregon Marriage Records

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

Finding Oregon Marriage Records

 * In 1859 Oregon became a state
 * Counties began to record marriages soon after they were organized (some as early as 1842)
 * Beginning in 1906 each county sent copies of the records to the Oregon State Health Division

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Next Step: When did the marriage occur?

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 * Marriage Records
 * Choose a time period:
 * Before 1906
 * 1906 to Present
 * Marriage year unknown


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Marriages Before 1906

 * Counties began to record marriages soon after they were organized (some as early as 1849)

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



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STEP TWO: Obtain the Record
Find Marriage Information


 * Copies may be ordered from the county clerk.


 * Copies may be ordered from the Oregon Department of Public Health.

Marriage Records on Microfilm Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local FamilySearch Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the Family 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 FamilySearch Center.

Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.

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

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