Marriage records in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, are available through several channels. SchuylkillCourt.us allows you to search for public information about marriage records online. Additionally, the original documents are kept by the county's Register of Wills office, which can be contacted in person, by mail, or by phone. Historical records are also available through the county archives department.
Schuylkill Marriage Records Search
According to Pennsylvania law, marriage licenses in Schuylkill County are issued and maintained by the Register of Wills office. This office is the official custodian of all records related to marriage: issued licenses, registered marriage certificates, and returned certificates. The collection includes both modern records and historical documents dating back to the 19th century. Older records may be stored in the county archive.
The office is located in the county courthouse:
Call in advance to confirm the availability of a specific record, especially if it concerns documents created before the 1900s. Reference information about vital records in the state can be found on the Vital Records page of the Pennsylvania State Library.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Schuylkill
The Register of Wills office charges fees for making copies of marriage records. Below is an approximate fee schedule according to the current rates of the office. We recommend confirming the exact amounts directly with the office before submitting a request.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | Contact the Register of Wills office for details |
| Additional certified copy (in the same order) | Contact the office for details |
| Record search | May be charged separately |
Pennsylvania does not have a uniform state-level fee for copies of marriage certificates, as these fees are set at the county level. Payment is usually accepted in the form of a money order or check made payable to the Schuylkill County Register of Wills. Cash and personal checks should be confirmed separately.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Schuylkill
There are several ways to obtain a copy of a marriage certificate.
In-Person Visit
The fastest option is to visit the Register of Wills office directly at the Schuylkill County Courthouse at 401 N. 2nd Street, Pottsville. Bring a valid photo ID with you. Copies are usually issued the same day.
By Mail
Send a written request to the office's address. Include:
- Full names of both individuals who were married
- Approximate date of marriage
- Purpose of the request
- A copy of your ID
- Payment in the form of a money order or check
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Online
At the time of writing, the county's Register of Wills office does not offer direct online ordering of certified copies through its own portal. For preliminary searches of public information, use SchuylkillCourt.us. Some Pennsylvania state services may also provide access to certain categories of records — check the state's Vital Records guide for more information.
If either spouse was previously married, the Register of Wills office requires a copy of the divorce decree or the death certificate of the previous partner. This requirement applies to applying for a new license, not to requesting a copy of an existing record.