Pasquotank County Marriage Records

Pasquotank County marriage records are maintained by the Register of Deeds in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The office holds licenses, certificates, and vital records for the county. Both in-person and online access options are available to the public. The Register of Deeds handles all marriage licenses, certified copies, and vital document filings. Whether you are searching for a historical record or need a certified copy for legal purposes, the Pasquotank County Register of Deeds is the authoritative source.

Pasquotank County Register of Deeds

The Register of Deeds is the official keeper of marriage records in Pasquotank County. The office processes marriage licenses, records returned certificates, and issues copies to the public. Staff can search the index by name and pull documents during regular business hours.

Pasquotank County is located in the Albemarle region of northeastern North Carolina, near the Virginia border. Elizabeth City serves as the county seat. The Register of Deeds office handles E-Recording for satisfactions, making certain document transactions available electronically. This office also maintains birth, death, and notary records, all of which connect to the broader vital records system in Pasquotank County.

Getting Pasquotank County Marriage Record Copies

You can request copies of Pasquotank County marriage records in person or by mail. Visiting the Register of Deeds office in Elizabeth City is the fastest option. Bring the full names of both parties and the approximate year of the marriage. Staff will locate the record and issue a copy on the spot.

Certified copies cost $10 per document in Pasquotank County. Non-certified copies are available at $0.25 per page. Certified copies carry the Register's official seal and are accepted by courts, the Social Security Administration, and other government agencies. Non-certified copies work well for research but may not meet the requirements for official use.

The Pasquotank County Register of Deeds offers an online index search. Contact the office at (252) 335-4367 or visit pasquotankcountync.org/register-of-deeds for the current search portal address. For certified copies, you must follow up directly with the office. Mail requests should include both names, the year of marriage, return address, and payment for the applicable fee.

Marriage Licenses in Pasquotank County

Both parties must appear together at the Register of Deeds to apply for a marriage license. No residency in Pasquotank County is required. Under N.C.G.S. 51-6, any county's Register of Deeds may issue a license good for use anywhere in North Carolina.

The license fee is $60, which includes a $35 state fee remitted to the state. Both applicants must bring valid government-issued photo ID. Both must be at least 18 years old under N.C.G.S. 51-2. The license is valid for 60 days from issuance. If the ceremony does not occur within that period, a new license must be obtained.

After the ceremony, the officiant completes the certificate section and returns it to the Pasquotank County Register of Deeds within 10 days as required by N.C.G.S. 130A-93. The office records the document and issues certified copies upon request. The returned certificate becomes the permanent marriage record for Pasquotank County.

Pasquotank County Register of Deeds Fee Schedule

The Pasquotank County Register of Deeds publishes a fee schedule for all services. Knowing the current fees before you visit saves time. Fees are set by state law and may be updated periodically.

Current fees in Pasquotank County include:

• Marriage license: $60 (includes $35 state fee)
• Certified copy of marriage record: $10
• Non-certified copy: $0.25 per page
• Delayed birth certificate filing: $10 to $20
• Notary oath: $10

Confirm fees before visiting or mailing a request, as amounts can change when the legislature updates the statutes governing Register of Deeds offices across North Carolina. Call (252) 335-4367 or check pasquotankcountync.org/register-of-deeds for the current fee schedule.

Vital Records at the Pasquotank County Register

The Pasquotank County Register of Deeds handles multiple types of vital records beyond marriage. Birth and death records are also maintained at this office. The office accepts delayed birth certificate filings for births not recorded at the time of the event, with fees ranging from $10 to $20 depending on how late the filing occurs.

Notary services are also available at the Register of Deeds in Pasquotank County. The oath fee is $10. These notary records are separate from marriage and birth records but are part of the office's overall function as the county's primary recorder of legal instruments and vital events.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services maintains a statewide registry for marriages from 1962 forward. For earlier Pasquotank County records, the local office is the only source. Call (252) 335-4367 to confirm what years are available and what information you need to provide to locate a record.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Pasquotank County. Each maintains its own marriage record collection at the local Register of Deeds.