Search Rome Marriage Records
Marriage records in Rome are filed through the Floyd County Probate Court. The court handles all license applications, keeps official records, and issues certified copies for Rome residents. Rome is the county seat of Floyd County, so the courthouse is right in town. Getting a marriage license here is a quick process with no waiting period under Georgia law. The probate court also stores older records dating back decades, which makes it the go-to source for both new licenses and historical marriage records in the Rome area.
Rome Quick Facts
Rome Marriage License at Floyd County Probate Court
The Floyd County Probate Court is where Rome couples go to get a marriage license. The court is at 3 Government Plaza, Suite 106, Rome, GA 30161. Since Rome is the county seat, you do not have to travel far. Walk-in service is available during regular business hours. Call (706) 291-5190 to check on hours or ask about current wait times before you head in.
| Court | Floyd County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 3 Government Plaza, Suite 106, Rome, GA 30161 |
| Phone | (706) 291-5190 |
| Online | Online application available |
Both people must come to the court in person. Bring a valid photo ID like a driver's license or passport. You also need your Social Security number. If you were married before, bring proof that the prior marriage ended. That means a final divorce decree or a death certificate for a former spouse.
The Rome probate court also offers an online application option. You can start the process from home, which saves time at the window. Even with the online start, both parties still need to show up in person to sign and pick up the license.
Marriage License Fees in Rome
The cost of a Rome marriage license depends on premarital counseling. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. §19-3-30.1 gives a discount to couples who finish a qualifying course. The course must be at least six hours. It covers things like finances, communication, and conflict resolution.
Here is what you can expect to pay at the Floyd County Probate Court:
- License without counseling: $56 to $77
- License with premarital counseling: $16 to $37
- Certified copy of a marriage record: $5 per copy
- Search fee for older records: $10
The savings from counseling add up. Many churches and counselors in the Rome area offer approved courses. Ask the probate court for a list of local providers. You bring the completion certificate when you apply, and the clerk applies the discount right then. Cash and money orders are standard forms of payment. Call ahead to ask about checks or cards.
How to Search Rome Marriage Records
There are a few paths to find marriage records for Rome residents. The Floyd County Probate Court has records of all licenses it has issued. You can search in person at the court. The staff can look up records by name and date. For many people, this is the fastest way to get what you need.
You can also search Georgia probate records online. The state portal at georgia.gov gives a broad overview of the marriage license process statewide and links to county resources.
The state website shows how to request vital records in Georgia, including marriage records filed in Rome and other cities.
For online access to probate court records, georgiaprobaterecords.com covers many counties including Floyd. This tool lets you look up marriage records by name. It is a good starting point for Rome residents who want to check records from home.
The probate records portal provides online search tools that include Floyd County, where Rome marriage records are stored.
Rome Marriage License Requirements
Georgia law sets the rules. Under O.C.G.A. §19-3-2, both people must be at least 18 years old. No one under 18 can marry in Georgia. There are no exceptions. You do not need to live in Rome or even in Georgia to apply here. Any couple can get a license from any county in the state.
The basic requirements for a Rome marriage license are:
- Both applicants present in person at the Floyd County Probate Court
- Valid government photo ID for each person
- Social Security numbers for both
- Final divorce decree if previously married
- Death certificate if widowed
No blood test is needed. There is no waiting period. Your license is valid for 60 days once the court issues it. You must hold the ceremony and return the signed license within that window. If you miss the deadline, you start the whole process over. Most Rome couples use the license well within the 60 days, but it helps to plan your timeline before you apply.
Certified Copies of Rome Marriage Records
After a wedding, the signed license goes back to the Floyd County Probate Court. The court records it and it becomes a permanent public record. You can then get certified copies at any time. These copies carry the court seal and work for legal purposes like name changes, insurance, and immigration filings.
To get a copy, visit the court in person or send a written request by mail. Include the full names of both spouses, the date of the marriage, and a check or money order for the fees. Copies cost $5 each. There is also a $10 search fee if the court has to locate the record for you. In-person requests are faster. You can often get your copy the same day.
The Council of Probate Court Judges provides information on standard procedures across Georgia counties, including how to request marriage record copies.
This site covers the probate court system statewide and has links to forms and procedures that apply to Rome and Floyd County.
State Marriage Records for Rome
The Georgia Department of Public Health kept centralized marriage records from 1952 through 1996. If the Rome marriage you are looking for falls in that range, the DPH may have a copy. The search fee is $10 and copies cost $5. You can request records through the DPH vital records office online or by mail.
The DPH fee schedule shows costs for requesting marriage records from the state health department for Rome and other Georgia cities.
For records before 1952, the Georgia Archives may have what you need. They hold older vital records that predate the state's central filing system. After 1996, marriage records are only at the county probate court level. So for recent Rome marriage records, the Floyd County Probate Court is your only option.
The standard probate forms page has blank forms you can use for requests. These forms work at any Georgia probate court, including Floyd County.
Nearby Cities for Marriage Records
Rome is in northwest Georgia. A couple of other cities with marriage records pages are within reach, though they are in different counties with their own probate courts.
Each city files marriage records through its own county probate court. If you live near the county line, check which county your address falls in before you apply.
Floyd County Marriage Records
Rome is the county seat of Floyd County, and all marriage records for the area go through the Floyd County Probate Court. For more details on the county court system, office hours, forms, and related records, visit the Floyd County marriage records page.