Marriage records in Henry County, Georgia, can be found through several channels. HenryGACourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the Henry County Probate Court — the office that issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records under Georgia law. Records are available in person at the courthouse in McDonough, by mail, and in some cases through online portals. The Georgia Department of Public Health also maintains statewide vital records, including marriage certificates, for events recorded since June 9, 1952.
Henry County Marriage Records Search
In Georgia, the Probate Court is the issuing authority for marriage licenses at the county level. The Henry County Probate Court issues marriage licenses, files returned marriage certificates, and maintains the county's collection of marriage records. These records include marriage license applications, issued licenses, and marriage certificates returned after the ceremony has been performed.
Historical marriage records for Henry County may date back to the mid-1800s, though the completeness of older records varies. The Henry County Courts system includes the Probate Court, which handles marriage-related filings along with other matters such as estates, guardianships, and vital records. For statewide searches or records from other counties, the Georgia Department of Public Health's Vital Records office in Atlanta is the appropriate contact.
Henry County Probate Court
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Henry County
Fees for marriage record services are set by the Probate Court and Georgia statute. The following table reflects standard fees; contact the Probate Court directly to confirm current amounts before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage license application | $56.00 (without premarital education certificate); $16.00 (with completed premarital education course) |
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $10.00 |
| Additional certified copies (same order) | $5.00 each |
| Search fee (if no record found) | Included in copy request fee |
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 19-3-30.1) provides a reduced marriage license fee for couples who complete a qualifying premarital education course and present a certificate to the Probate Court. Processing for in-person requests is typically same-day for marriage licenses. Certified copy requests may take several business days if submitted by mail.
Certified copies from the Georgia Department of Public Health Vital Records office carry a separate fee schedule — currently $25.00 for the first copy and $5.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Henry County
In Person
Visit the Henry County Probate Court at 40 Atlanta Street, McDonough, GA 30253 during regular business hours. Both applicants must appear together with valid government-issued photo identification to apply for a marriage license. To request a certified copy of a previously filed marriage certificate, bring a photo ID and be prepared to provide:
- Full names of both spouses
- Approximate date of marriage
- Payment (check with the court for accepted payment methods)
By Mail
Send a written request to the Henry County Probate Court at the address above. Include:
- Full names of both parties as they appear on the marriage record
- Date of marriage (or approximate date)
- Your relationship to the individuals on the record
- A photocopy of your government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order payable to the Henry County Probate Court for the applicable fee
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Allow additional time for mail processing and return delivery.
Online
For statewide vital records including marriage certificates, the Georgia Department of Public Health offers online ordering through its Vital Records office at dph.georgia.gov. This service covers marriages recorded in Georgia from June 9, 1952 to the present. You can also access Henry County's record locating resources for general guidance on finding court documents. Uncertified copies of some court documents may be viewable through the Georgia Courts e-access portal, though marriage records availability on that platform may be limited.
The Clerk of Superior Court handles real estate filings and other court records but does not issue marriage licenses — direct all marriage record requests to the Probate Court.