Marriage records in Bingham County, Idaho can be accessed through several channels. BinghamCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also contact the issuing authority — the Bingham County Clerk's Office — directly. Records are available in person at the courthouse in Blackfoot, by mail, and in some cases through online ordering systems. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare also maintains statewide vital records, including marriage certificates.
Bingham County Marriage Records Search
The Bingham County Clerk's Office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for the county. Under Idaho law (Idaho Code § 32-301 et seq.), the county recorder — a function performed by the clerk — is responsible for recording and indexing legal documents, including returned marriage certificates. The Bingham County Recorder's Office has custody of all recorded documents as required by I.C. § 31-2401.
The marriage records collection in Bingham County includes:
- Marriage licenses issued by the Clerk's Office
- Marriage certificates filed after the ceremony
- Historical marriage records on file with the county
For record searches or questions about specific documents, contact the office directly.
Bingham County Clerk / Recorder's Office
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Bingham County
Fees for marriage record copies in Bingham County follow Idaho statutory fee schedules. Certified copies of vital records can also be obtained through the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records at the state level.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage license | $30.00 |
| Certified copy of marriage certificate (county) | Contact Clerk's Office for current fee |
| Certified copy (state — Idaho Bureau of Vital Records) | $16.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same order, state) | $16.00 |
| Online order through VitalChek (state) | $16.00 + processing/shipping fees |
State-level fees are set by the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Statistics. County-level copy fees may differ; call the Clerk's Office at (208) 782-3130 to confirm the current certified copy fee before visiting or mailing a request. Processing times at the county level are typically shorter for in-person requests. Mail requests to the state bureau may take several weeks.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Bingham County
Online
The Idaho Bureau of Vital Records partners with VitalChek for online orders of certified marriage certificates. You can order a record online through the state's official portal. Note that online orders include additional processing and shipping fees charged by VitalChek. Idaho began centrally recording marriage certificates in 1947; records before that date may only be available at the county level.
In Person
Visit the Bingham County Clerk's Office during recording hours to request a copy of a marriage record. Bring a valid photo ID. Staff can search for records and issue copies while you wait, depending on the age and availability of the record.
By Mail
To request a marriage record copy by mail from the county, send the following to the address above:
- A written request including the full names of both spouses, the approximate date of marriage, and your relationship to the individuals on the record
- A copy of your valid photo ID
- The applicable fee (check or money order payable to Bingham County)
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
For state-level requests, mail your application to:
You can also submit a records request through the county's public records process for general county documents. Court-related record requests use a separate record request form.
Older marriage records — particularly those predating 1947 — may only exist at the county level. If the Clerk's Office cannot locate a record, contact the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records for assistance or check whether the record was filed in a different county.