Marriage records in Yakima County, Washington, are available through several channels. YakimaCourt.us allows you to find public information about marriage records in the county. Additionally, records can be obtained directly from the relevant county office—either in person or by mail, as well as through the Washington State Department of Health's online portal. Below is practical information on searching, ordering, and obtaining marriage certificates.
Yakima Marriage Records Search
In Washington State, the issuance of marriage licenses and registration of marriage records at the county level is handled by the County Auditor. In Yakima County, this function is performed by the Yakima County Auditor. The marriage records collection includes marriage licenses, returned and registered marriage certificates, and historical records. Digitized marriage records from the Yakima County Auditor for the period 1896–2008 are available through the Washington State Digital Archives—a free resource for genealogical research. Current records (from 2023 onwards) are stored in the Auditor's office and are also forwarded to the Washington State Department of Health. For licensing information, contact the Auditor's office.
General information about county public records can be found on the official Yakima County website.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Yakima
Certified copies of marriage records can be obtained at both the county level (through the Auditor) and the state level (through the Department of Health). Fees are set in accordance with RCW 70.58A and the internal policy of each office.
| Service | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate (via DOH) | $25.00 | WA Department of Health |
| Additional copy (in the same order, DOH) | $25.00 | WA Department of Health |
| Certified copy through County Auditor | Check with the Auditor's office at (509) 574-1400 | Yakima County Auditor |
The processing time for requests through the State Department of Health usually takes several weeks. If you need a record urgently, the DOH recommends contacting the county where the license was obtained directly.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Yakima
There are several ways to order a copy of a marriage certificate.
Online
The Washington State Department of Health accepts orders for marriage records through its online vital records ordering portal. You will need:
- the full name of both spouses
- the approximate date of marriage
- the county where the license was issued
- payment by credit card
In Person
Visit the Yakima County Auditor's office during business hours. Bring a valid photo ID. Copies are generally issued on the day of the request.
By Mail
Send a written request to the Auditor's office address. Include:
- A completed request form (or a letter specifying the names of the spouses, date of marriage, and purpose of the request)
- A copy of a photo ID
- A check or money order for the appropriate amount, payable to Yakima County Auditor
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
For state-level mail orders, send your request to:
You can check the status of an order through the DOH by email or phone, as listed above. Also, YakimaCourt.us can be useful for preliminary searches of available information before making an official request.