Marriage records in Kittitas County, Washington, are available through several channels. KittitasCourt.us provides a quick start to searching public information about marriage records in the county. Additionally, records can be obtained directly from the County Clerk — in person at the office in Ellensburg, by mail, or through state online portals. The Washington State Department of Health also issues copies of marriage certificates at the state level.
Kittitas Marriage Records Search
In Washington State, marriage licenses are issued and registered by the County Clerk at the Superior Court. In Kittitas County, this function is performed by the Kittitas County Clerk. The office maintains the originals of issued marriage licenses, returned signed marriage certificates, as well as historical records related to marriages registered in the county.
The collection includes:
- Marriage licenses issued to couples in the county
- Marriage certificates filed after the ceremony
- Historical records, some of which are digitized through the Washington State Digital Archives
For searching court cases, including divorce cases, use the Washington State court case search system.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Kittitas
Fees for copies of marriage records in Kittitas County are set according to RCW 36.18.010 and the internal fee schedule of the clerk's office. At the state level, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) also charges separate fees for orders through its office.
| Service | Cost (County Clerk) |
|---|---|
| Certified copy | Check with the clerk's office |
| Additional copy (in the same order) | Check with the clerk's office |
| Search fee | Check with the clerk's office |
Through the Washington State Department of Health, a certified copy costs $25, each additional is $25. Processing time through DOH usually takes several weeks. For exact county-level fee amounts, contact the Kittitas County Clerk directly at 509-962-7533.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Kittitas
There are three main ways to order a copy of a marriage certificate.
Online
At the state level, orders are accepted by the Washington State Department of Health. Through this portal, you can obtain a certified marriage certificate copy for marriages registered in any county in the state. Additionally, access to county court documents is available through the Odyssey portal, where authorized access is provided through the County Clerk.
In Person
Visit the clerk's office at the address below. No appointment is necessary — just come during office hours with valid identification.
By Mail
Send a request to the clerk's office address. Include in the envelope:
- A written request specifying the full names of the spouses and the approximate date of marriage
- A copy of your photo ID
- A check or money order for the appropriate fee (confirm in advance by phone)
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Processing mail requests usually takes longer than an in-person visit. If you need a copy urgently, contact the office at 509-962-7533 to confirm the current processing time. For general public information search on marriage records, you can also use KittitasCourt.us.