Statesboro Marriage Records Lookup
Statesboro marriage records are managed by the Bulloch County Probate Court. The courthouse is right in downtown Statesboro at 2 North Main Street. Statesboro is the county seat of Bulloch County, so the court is close and easy to reach for most residents. This court issues marriage licenses, records completed marriages, and provides certified copies. Whether you need a new license or a copy of an old record, the Bulloch County Probate Court in Statesboro is where you go. The city has a population of about 35,226 and is the largest city in southeast Georgia between Savannah and Augusta.
Statesboro Quick Facts
Statesboro Marriage License at Bulloch County
The Bulloch County Probate Court is the issuing office for all Statesboro marriage licenses. The court sits in Room 103 of the Bulloch County Courthouse at 2 North Main Street. This is a short walk from the center of town. Call (912) 489-8749 if you need to confirm hours or ask about the process before you visit.
Both people must come to the court in person. You cannot send one person alone. Bring a valid photo ID like a driver's license, passport, or state ID. You also need your Social Security number. If either person has been married before, bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree or a death certificate. The clerk checks all of this at the counter.
| Court | Bulloch County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 2 N Main St, Room 103 Statesboro, GA 30459 |
| Phone | (912) 489-8749 |
| Website | bullochcounty.net/probate |
The Bulloch County Probate Court website has details on marriage license services for Statesboro residents.
This page shows the Bulloch County Probate Court portal with information on marriage licenses and other court services available in Statesboro.
How to Apply for a Statesboro Marriage License
The steps are simple. Go to the Bulloch County Probate Court with your partner. Bring your IDs and any needed documents. Fill out the application at the counter. The clerk reviews your information and processes the license. Most Statesboro couples get their license the same day, usually within an hour or so. Georgia has no waiting period, so you can use the license right away.
Your Statesboro marriage license is good for 60 days from the date the court issues it. If you do not get married in that window, the license expires. You would have to apply again and pay the fee a second time. After the ceremony, the person who performed the marriage signs the license. You then file the signed license back with the Bulloch County Probate Court. That is when it becomes a permanent marriage record.
Georgia does not require a blood test to get married. There is also no residency requirement. Couples from out of state can get a marriage license in Statesboro without any extra paperwork. This makes Statesboro a straightforward option for destination weddings in the area.
Statesboro Marriage License Fees and Costs
The standard fee for a Statesboro marriage license runs between $56 and $77. Georgia law under O.C.G.A. §19-3-30.1 provides a discount for couples who complete a premarital education course. With the course, the fee drops to $16 to $37. The course must be at least six hours and cover topics like communication and money management.
Additional costs for Statesboro marriage records:
- Certified copy of a marriage record: $5
- Search fee for older records: $10
- Premarital counseling discount: saves $40+
Check with the Bulloch County Probate Court about accepted payment methods. Some courts take cash and money orders only. Others accept cards. A quick phone call to (912) 489-8749 will clear that up before you make the trip downtown.
Search Statesboro Marriage Records
If you need to find an existing Statesboro marriage record, start with the Bulloch County Probate Court. The court keeps records of every marriage license it has ever issued. You can search in person at the courthouse or contact them by phone to ask about a specific record. The search fee is $10. Certified copies are $5 each after that.
Online options exist too. The Georgia Probate Records portal lets you search marriage records from many Georgia counties. Check if Bulloch County records are available on this system. The Council of Probate Court Judges site also has links to individual county courts and standard forms you might need.
The Georgia government portal at georgia.gov provides a general overview of the marriage license process statewide. It is a useful starting point if you are not sure about any of the steps for getting a Statesboro marriage license.
For Statesboro marriage records from 1952 through 1996, the Georgia Department of Public Health may have copies. You can request them through dph.georgia.gov. The search fee is $10 and copies cost $5 each. Records outside that range are only at the county level.
Statesboro Marriage Records Requirements
Georgia law sets clear rules for marriage licenses. Under O.C.G.A. §19-3-2, both people must be at least 18 years old. No exceptions. Under O.C.G.A. §19-3-1, certain relationships are barred from marriage. The court clerk checks all of this when you apply in Statesboro.
Under O.C.G.A. §19-3-36, the Probate Court judge is required to keep a record of every license issued. This means every Statesboro marriage license becomes a permanent public record in Bulloch County. The officiant has 30 days to return the signed license after the ceremony, though most do it much sooner.
The standard probate forms page at gaprobate.gov has forms you might need for various court matters. Check here for any additional documents the Bulloch County court requires for your Statesboro marriage license application.
Historical Marriage Records in Statesboro
Older Statesboro marriage records are in a few different places. The Bulloch County Probate Court has records going back decades. For records from 1952 to 1996, the state Department of Public Health also has copies. Before 1952, your best bet is the Georgia Archives in Morrow. The Archives holds historical vital records from across the state.
The state vital records portal at georgia.gov explains how to request marriage records from the state level.
This state page walks through the steps for requesting vital records in Georgia, including marriage certificates for Statesboro residents.
Nearby Cities
Statesboro is in southeast Georgia. It is the biggest city in the area. The closest qualifying cities with their own marriage records pages are some distance away, but they use the same Georgia probate court system for licenses.
Bulloch County Marriage Records
Statesboro is the county seat of Bulloch County. The Bulloch County Probate Court handles all marriage license filings for Statesboro and the rest of the county. For full details on court services, hours, and related records, see the Bulloch County page.