Nash County Marriage Records

Nash County marriage records are maintained by the Register of Deeds in Nashville, North Carolina. Nash County was created from Edgecombe County in 1777, and its marriage history spans nearly 250 years. Marriage bonds from 1777 to 1868 are preserved on microfilm at the State Archives. Marriage registers covering 1872 to 1944 are held at the county office. The Register of Deeds is the official source for marriage licenses, certified copies, and research assistance for all marriages recorded in Nash County.

Nash County Register of Deeds Office

The Register of Deeds is located at 120 West Washington Street, Suite 2092, in Nashville, NC 27856. The phone number is (252) 459-9818. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Staff handle marriage license applications, vital records requests, and research assistance for both current and historical records.

Online access to Nash County records is available at nashrecords.us. This portal provides search tools for indexed records and makes it possible to find many documents without visiting the office in Nashville. For certified copies and for older records not yet online, a visit or written request to the office remains the best approach.

Nash County Marriage License Process

Both applicants must appear in person at the Register of Deeds office to apply for a marriage license in Nash County. Each party needs a valid government-issued photo ID. Under NCGS 51-8, both people must be present at the time of application. The license costs $60. No waiting period applies after it is issued.

The license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance and may be used anywhere in North Carolina. Under NCGS 51-6, the license must be obtained before the ceremony. After the ceremony, the officiant signs and returns the license to the Nash County Register of Deeds. Once the office records it, certified copies are available to the parties.

Both applicants must provide their Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and information about any prior marriages. If previously married, bring a certified divorce decree or death certificate as required under NCGS 51-16.

Nash County Online Marriage Records

The Nash County online records portal at nashrecords.us provides access to indexed documents from the Register of Deeds. Users can search by name and date for records within the database. More recent records are more likely to be fully indexed. For older marriage records, the office in Nashville should be contacted directly.

Certified copies of Nash County marriage records require a visit to the office or a written request by mail. Under NCGS 130A-93, certified copies are available to qualified applicants. Bring or include a valid photo ID, the names of both parties, and the approximate date of the marriage. Contact the office at (252) 459-9818 to confirm current fees before sending a mail request.

Historical Nash County Marriage Records

Nash County's marriage bond records from 1777 to 1868 are preserved on microfilm at the North Carolina State Archives in Raleigh. These bonds predate the marriage register system and document marriages from the county's earliest years through the Civil War period. Marriage registers covering 1872 to 1909 and 1909 to 1944 are held at the Register of Deeds in Nashville. Together these materials cover nearly the full span of Nash County marriage history.

Genealogy resources for Nash County are also available at ncgenweb.us/nash. This volunteer-maintained site provides indexes, transcriptions, and links to records useful for Nash County ancestry research. It is a good starting point before contacting the county office or the state archives. Search for names and dates here, then confirm results against the official records.

For marriages from 1962 onward, North Carolina Vital Records at vitalrecords.nc.gov is another option. The state office holds statewide records within this date range and can issue certified copies by mail or in person in Raleigh.

Nearby Counties

These counties are adjacent to Nash County in northeastern North Carolina.