Search Sandy Springs Marriage Records
Marriage records for Sandy Springs go through the Fulton County Probate Court. Sandy Springs has about 105,000 residents and is the second largest city in Fulton County after Atlanta. The Probate Court in downtown Atlanta handles all marriage licenses for the county, including Sandy Springs. Whether you need a new license or a copy of an old record, the same court handles both. All Sandy Springs marriage records stay on file at the Fulton County Probate Court once they are recorded.
Sandy Springs Quick Facts
Sandy Springs Marriage License Location
Sandy Springs couples go to the Fulton County Probate Court to get a marriage license. The court is in Atlanta, about 15 miles south of Sandy Springs. There is no satellite office in Sandy Springs itself, so you have to make the trip downtown. Georgia law does not restrict you to your home county, though. You can apply at any Probate Court in the state.
| Court | Fulton County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 136 Pryor St. SW, Suite C-230 Atlanta, GA 30303 |
| Phone | (404) 613-4583 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | fultonprobatega.org |
Both people must appear at the court at the same time. Bring a government-issued photo ID like a driver's license or passport. If you were married before, you need proof that the prior marriage ended. A final divorce decree or a death certificate will work. The clerk checks all the documents before issuing the license to Sandy Springs couples.
Marriage License Fees for Sandy Springs
The cost depends on premarital education. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. §19-3-30.1 gives a discount to couples who complete an approved course. The course has to be at least six hours. It covers things like communication, finances, and how to handle disagreements. You get a certificate at the end that you bring to the court.
Fees for Sandy Springs marriage licenses:
- Standard fee without a premarital course: $56 to $77
- Reduced fee with a premarital course: $16 to $37
- Certified copy of a recorded marriage: $5
- Record search fee: $10
Most Sandy Springs couples pay the standard fee since not everyone has time for the class. But the discount is real. You can save up to $40 by doing the course. Check with the Probate Court on accepted payment methods. Call (404) 613-4583 before your visit to confirm the current fees.
Note: Fees at the Fulton County Probate Court can change, so always verify the amount before you go from Sandy Springs.
How to Search Sandy Springs Marriage Records
You can look up Sandy Springs marriage records in several ways. The most direct route is through the Fulton County Probate Court. They keep all records of licenses issued in the county. You can search in person at the courthouse or use their online tools.
The screenshot below from fultonprobatega.org shows the Fulton County Probate Court homepage where Sandy Springs residents can start their search.
From here, you can find links to the marriage license section and the request forms for certified copies. It is the main hub for all Sandy Springs marriage record needs through the county.
The website georgiaprobaterecords.com offers another way to search. It covers multiple Georgia counties, including Fulton. You can search by name and date to find a Sandy Springs marriage record. The Georgia Department of Public Health also has records from 1952 through 1996 at dph.georgia.gov. These are useful for older Sandy Springs marriage records that fall in that time range.
For records outside the 1952-1996 window, the Probate Court is your only option. Very old records may also be at the Georgia Archives. The Archives can be helpful for genealogy research involving Sandy Springs families going back many decades.
Sandy Springs Marriage License Requirements
Georgia has straightforward rules for getting a marriage license. They apply to Sandy Springs residents and anyone else filing in Fulton County. O.C.G.A. §19-3-2 sets the age requirement at 18. No one under 18 can get a marriage license in Georgia, period.
Both applicants must show up together at the Fulton County Probate Court. You each need a valid photo ID. A Social Security number is also required. If either person was married before, bring documentation showing how that marriage ended. The clerk will ask questions and fill out the application with you.
Once issued, the Sandy Springs marriage license stays valid for 60 days. Get married within that time or it expires. There is no waiting period in Georgia, so you can have the ceremony the same day you pick up the license. Many Sandy Springs couples do just that. The signed license must go back to the Probate Court after the ceremony so it can be recorded as a permanent marriage record.
Note: Under O.C.G.A. §19-3-36, the Probate Court judge must record every marriage license returned after the ceremony.
Get Copies of Sandy Springs Marriage Records
After your marriage is on file with the Probate Court, you can get certified copies whenever you need them. Certified copies carry the court seal and are accepted by government agencies, banks, and other institutions. They work for name changes, insurance claims, tax filings, and visa applications.
Visit the certified copies page on the Fulton County Probate Court website for full instructions. The fee is $5 per certified copy. If the court needs to search for your record, there is an added $10 search fee. In-person requests are usually handled the same day. Mail requests take longer but are an option if you cannot drive to Atlanta from Sandy Springs.
Send mail requests to 136 Pryor St. SW, Suite C-230, Atlanta, GA 30303. Include the full names of both spouses, the marriage date, and a check or money order. The court will mail the certified copy back to you. For general info about Georgia marriage licenses, visit georgia.gov. Standard probate forms are at gaprobate.gov.
Georgia State Marriage Records for Sandy Springs
The Georgia Department of Public Health maintained a central marriage record file from 1952 to 1996. If the marriage you need happened during that span, the DPH may have it. This applies to Sandy Springs marriages and all others across the state. The search fee is $10, and each extra copy costs $5.
You can request records through the DPH website, by mail, or in person. Processing times vary depending on how you submit the request. For marriages before 1952 or after 1996, the Fulton County Probate Court is the place to go for Sandy Springs records. The Probate Court has a complete file of every license it has ever issued, per O.C.G.A. §19-3-36.
Nearby Cities
Sandy Springs is in the northern part of Fulton County, close to several other cities that use the same Probate Court. If you live near the border of Sandy Springs and one of these cities, you may find it useful to check their pages for local resources.
Fulton County Marriage Records
Sandy Springs is in Fulton County, and all marriage records go through the Fulton County Probate Court. The county is the most populous in Georgia, so the court handles a large volume of licenses each year. For more details on fees, forms, the full filing process, and other county resources, visit the Fulton County marriage records page.