Mail-In/Online Only Requests for Marriage and Divorce

To get a certified copy of a marriage or divorce that occurred in South Carolina, submit the request by mail or online. In-person and drop-off services for these requests are temporarily unavailable. See mail-in and online directions for a Marriage Certificate or Divorce Report.

In-Person Amendment Requests at Regional Offices

Beginning November 17, 2025, the Richland County office (formally known as the State Office) will no longer take same-day amendment requests. All on-site amendment requests submitted to the regional offices, including the Richland county office, will be completed within 1-2 business days.

Note: All applicants must provide a photocopy or show a valid government, school or employer issued photo identification. Applications without proper identification will be rejected and not processed.


Commonly Used Forms

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Adoptee & Biological Parent Forms

Effective July 1, 2019, Section 44-63-140 of the South Carolina Code was amended to allow adult adoptees, age 18 or older, who were born in South Carolina, to obtain a copy of the adoptee’s original birth certificate, and any evidence of the adoption held with the original birth record, if the biological parent has completed the necessary forms consenting to the release of the certificate. A biological parent may also indicate their contact preference and consent to release medical history information. 
This law applies to adoptions finalized after July 1, 2019.

For more information, contact us.

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