Marriage records in Botetourt County, Virginia, can be accessed through several channels. BotetourtCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for Botetourt County. You can also contact the Botetourt County Circuit Court Clerk's Office directly, visit in person at the courthouse, or submit a request by mail. For statewide marriage records from 1936 forward, the Virginia Department of Health Office of Vital Records is an additional resource.
Botetourt Marriage Records Search
In Virginia, marriage licenses are issued and marriage records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in the county where the license was obtained. In Botetourt County, the Circuit Court Clerk's Office — currently led by the Honorable Tommy Moore — is the custodian of local marriage records. The collection includes marriage licenses issued in Botetourt County, returned marriage certificates, marriage bonds, and consent records. Historical marriage records for Botetourt County date back to the late 1700s, and older records including microfilmed marriage registers and vital statistics are available through the Library of Virginia's Botetourt County microfilm collection.
Note: Botetourt County is in the process of replacing the 1975 circuit courthouse in Fincastle. During construction, Clerk of Court offices have been relocated. Contact the office to confirm the current service location before visiting.
Botetourt County Circuit Court Clerk's OfficeCertified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Botetourt
Fees for marriage record copies in Virginia are set by state statute (Virginia Code § 17.1-275 et seq.). The following table reflects standard fees charged by Virginia Circuit Court Clerks' Offices. Contact the Botetourt County Clerk's Office to confirm current amounts before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of a marriage license/certificate | $2.50 |
| Each additional certified copy (same record, same order) | $2.50 |
| Search fee (per name searched) | $2.00 |
Fees are based on Virginia Code § 17.1-275. Payment methods accepted may include cash, check, or money order payable to the Clerk of Court. Call ahead to ask whether credit or debit cards are accepted at the temporary office location.
The Virginia Department of Health Office of Vital Records also issues certified marriage verifications for marriages recorded from 1936 to present, with its own separate fee schedule.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Botetourt
There are several ways to obtain a copy of a Botetourt County marriage record:
Online
The Botetourt County Circuit Court Clerk's Office does not currently offer a dedicated online ordering portal for marriage records. However, you can search Virginia's Online Case Information System for certain court-related records. For certified marriage verifications from 1936 forward, the Virginia Office of Vital Records accepts online orders through its website.
In Person
Visit the Botetourt County Circuit Court Clerk's Office during business hours. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Staff can search marriage records and issue certified copies while you wait, subject to availability. Due to the courthouse replacement project, confirm the current walk-in location by calling (540) 473-8274 before your visit.
By Mail
To request a marriage record copy by mail, send the following to the Clerk's Office:
- A written request including the full names of both spouses, the approximate date of marriage, and the purpose of the request
- A copy of your government-issued photo ID
- A check or money order for the applicable fee, payable to the Clerk of Court
- A self-addressed stamped envelope for return of the document
Mail requests to:
Processing times for mail requests typically range from one to two weeks, depending on volume. For older or historical records not held locally, you may need to contact the Library of Virginia or the state Office of Vital Records.