Buncombe County Marriage Records Asheville NC

Buncombe County marriage records are maintained by the Register of Deeds in Asheville, North Carolina. The office has marriage records going back to 1891 and serves as the official source for marriage licenses and certificates in Buncombe County. You can request records in person at the Asheville office, by phone, or through other contact options. The office also offers Spanish-language assistance. This page explains how to find and obtain Buncombe County marriage records, what documents the office keeps, and how to connect with staff for help.

Buncombe County Register of Deeds Office

The Buncombe County Register of Deeds is at 205 College Street in Asheville, NC 28801. Drew Reisinger serves as Register of Deeds. The vital records phone number is (828) 250-4300. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Staff handle all vital records including marriage licenses, certificates, and historical records from 1891. For Spanish-language assistance, call (828) 250-4307.

The office serves the entire county, which includes the city of Asheville and surrounding communities such as Weaverville, Black Mountain, Swannanoa, and Arden. All marriage licenses in Buncombe County are issued from and recorded at this office. More information is available at buncombecounty.org/rod. The city of Asheville also maintains information about getting a marriage license at ashevillenc.gov.

Buncombe County Marriage Licenses

Both parties must appear in person at the Register of Deeds office in Asheville to apply for a marriage license in Buncombe County. Bring valid government-issued photo ID. The license is valid for 60 days from the date it is issued and can be used anywhere in North Carolina, not only in Buncombe County.

After the ceremony, the officiant returns the completed license to the Register of Deeds. The office records it and the document becomes the official marriage record in Buncombe County. Contact the office at (828) 250-4300 to confirm the current fee and what you need to bring. The office at 205 College Street in Asheville is easy to find in the downtown area near other county government buildings.

Buncombe County is a popular destination for weddings, drawing couples from across the country who want to marry in the Blue Ridge mountains near Asheville. All weddings that take place in Buncombe County, whether in the city or in rural areas of the county, have their licenses recorded at the same Register of Deeds office.

Buncombe County Marriage Records Copies

Certified copies of Buncombe County marriage records are available at the Register of Deeds office during regular business hours. Bring photo ID and payment for the copy fee. Staff can provide a certified copy the same day you visit in most cases. Certified copies are needed for legal purposes such as name changes, passport applications, and estate matters.

Mail requests are also an option. Write to Buncombe County Register of Deeds, 205 College Street, Asheville, NC 28801. Include the full names of both parties, the date of marriage, your contact information, and payment by check or money order. A self-addressed stamped envelope helps speed up the return. Allow extra time when submitting requests by mail.

Spanish Language Services for Marriage Records

The Buncombe County Register of Deeds offers Spanish-language assistance for residents who need help with vital records, including marriage licenses and certificates. Call (828) 250-4307 to reach a Spanish-speaking staff member. This service reflects the county's commitment to making public records accessible to all residents, including the growing Spanish-speaking community in the Asheville area.

Whether you need help understanding the license application process, requesting a copy of a marriage record, or navigating the vital records system in Buncombe County, Spanish-speaking staff can guide you through every step. This is a free service offered by the county government.

Historical Buncombe County Marriage Records

Buncombe County marriage records date from 1891. The county itself was established in 1792, so marriages recorded between 1792 and 1891 may be found in older registers or at the North Carolina State Archives. If you are searching for Buncombe County marriage records from before 1891, contact the NC State Archives in Raleigh, which holds supplementary materials from many North Carolina counties.

Asheville has been a destination for residents of the western mountains for over a century. The Register of Deeds archive covers the period from 1891 to the present. This spans many generations of Buncombe County families. Staff can help you navigate the records for different time periods and advise on what format the older records take.

For marriages from 1962 onward, the state also holds records through NC Vital Records. If you are not sure whether the county or state office holds what you need, call the Buncombe County Register of Deeds first at (828) 250-4300.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Buncombe County in western North Carolina. Records are held in the county where the marriage license was issued.