Find Marriage Records in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge marriage records are filed and maintained at the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court. As the state capital and the seat of East Baton Rouge Parish, Baton Rouge has two clerk locations that issue marriage licenses and keep records. Whether you need to apply for a license, get a certified copy, or search for a past marriage record, this page covers the offices, the process, and the online tools available to you.

Baton Rouge Marriage License Office

The East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court issues all marriage licenses for Baton Rouge and the surrounding parish. This is the office you need. The city of Baton Rouge does not issue marriage licenses itself. The clerk's office handles applications, collects fees, keeps the official records, and issues certified copies.

The downtown main office is at 222 St. Louis Street, Room B115, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. The phone number is (225) 389-3950. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Staff stop taking new marriage license applications at 3:30 p.m., so plan to arrive by 3:15 p.m. at the latest to be safe. Coming in at 4:25 will not work for same-day service.

There is also a satellite location at 10500 Coursey Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. The phone number there is (225) 389-8354. If you live in the eastern part of the parish, this location may save you a longer drive downtown. Hours at this branch mirror the main office.

The clerk's office notes that access to records is free. You only pay for copies you request or certified documents you need. That includes the marriage license fee itself and any certified copies of marriage records you order afterward.

The EBR Clerk public service page above lists all available services including marriage licenses, record searches, and certified copies for East Baton Rouge Parish.

Baton Rouge Marriage License Process

Getting a marriage license in Baton Rouge follows standard Louisiana procedure, with a few local conveniences worth knowing. You can start the process online before your visit by filling out the marriage application at clerkconnect.com/marriageapp/ebr. Completing it ahead of time can cut down your wait at the counter. At least one party must still appear in person to complete the application and pay the fee.

Louisiana law requires a 24-hour waiting period between the issuance of the license and the ceremony. Plan accordingly. The license is valid for 30 days from the date it is issued. If you do not use it within that time, it expires. A marriage license issued in East Baton Rouge Parish is valid for ceremonies anywhere in Louisiana. You do not need to live in East Baton Rouge Parish to get a license here. Applicants from any Louisiana parish or from out of state can apply at this office.

The online marriage application above lets you start your East Baton Rouge Parish marriage license application before visiting the clerk's office in Baton Rouge.

Required Documents for Baton Rouge Marriage Records

Both parties must bring valid photo identification. A driver's license, state-issued ID, or passport all work. You also need a certified birth certificate for each person. A regular photocopy will not be accepted. Bring your Social Security number and the names and birthplaces of both parents, including the mother's maiden name.

If either party was previously married, you need proof that the marriage ended. A certified copy of the divorce decree or a death certificate for a deceased former spouse is required. Louisiana law does not allow a new license to be issued without this documentation. This is a hard requirement, not a suggestion.

The fee structure for East Baton Rouge Parish is straightforward. The marriage license costs a standard state fee. Certified copies of the marriage record are available for a per-copy charge. Check the clerk's website at ebrclerk.com for current fee amounts before your visit, as fees can be updated.

Note: Marriage licenses obtained in East Baton Rouge Parish are valid only for ceremonies performed in Louisiana.

Search Baton Rouge Marriage Records Online

You can search East Baton Rouge Parish marriage records through eClerksLA, the statewide portal operated by participating Louisiana clerks of court. This system lets you search by name and date range without going to the courthouse. It is available around the clock and covers marriage license indexes for many Louisiana parishes including East Baton Rouge.

The Louisiana Clerks Remote Access Authority (LCRAA) is another statewide tool that provides access to clerk records from across Louisiana. If you are searching for an older record or are unsure which parish holds the record, this portal is a good place to start. Both systems are free to search. You pay only when you request certified copies.

The City of Baton Rouge marriages page above provides guidance on local marriage resources and links to the clerk offices that serve the city.

For records going back many decades, the Louisiana State Archives may have documents the clerk no longer holds locally. The archives maintain historical vital records and marriage documents from parishes across Louisiana. If the clerk's office does not have what you need, the archives are the next stop.

East Baton Rouge Parish Marriage Records

Baton Rouge is the parish seat of East Baton Rouge Parish. All marriage records for Baton Rouge are East Baton Rouge Parish records. There is no separate city record system. Everything is filed at the parish level with the Clerk of Court. Other communities in East Baton Rouge Parish, including St. George and Central, also use this same clerk's office for marriage licenses.

The civil, criminal, traffic, marriage license, and mortgage and conveyance records at the clerk's office are available for public examination. Access is free. You only pay when you request copies. This is the same for all East Baton Rouge Parish records, not just marriage records. Staff can help you search by name, date, or case number.

Note: The EBR Clerk's office at the downtown location is the primary records repository. The Coursey Boulevard branch handles applications and can assist with record searches as well.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near Baton Rouge. Some share the same East Baton Rouge Parish clerk for marriage licenses.