Contact the vital records office or civil registry in the state, county, or country where the marriage was registered
Check the official website for the application form and eligibility requirements
Gather required information such as full names of both spouses, date of marriage, and place of marriage
Provide identification if required
Submit the request online, by mail, in person, or through an authorized service
Pay the required fee
Wait for processing and delivery of the certified copy or certificate copy
If the marriage was recent, contact the county clerk or marriage license office where the license was issued
If you need it for legal use, request a certified copy rather than an informational copy