New Iberia Marriage Records
New Iberia marriage records are filed and kept by the Iberia Parish Clerk of Court. New Iberia is the parish seat of Iberia Parish, so the main clerk's office is right in town. Whether you are applying for a new marriage license or looking for an existing record, the Iberia Parish Clerk handles it all. This guide covers the office, the fees, required documents, and how to search New Iberia marriage records online.
New Iberia Quick Facts
Iberia Parish Clerk of Court
The Iberia Parish Clerk of Court is located in the heart of New Iberia. The main office is at 300 Iberia Street, Suite 100, New Iberia, LA 70560. This is where you go to apply for a marriage license, request certified copies of past marriage records, and conduct in-person searches. Because New Iberia is the parish seat, the clerk's office is easy to get to from most parts of the city.
Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Plan your visit to give yourself enough time to complete the process before the office closes. For general questions, the main phone is (337) 369-4402. The civil fax is (337) 365-0737, and the recording fax is (337) 365-7636 for those who need to send or receive documents.
The Iberia Parish Clerk of Court website has current information on what to bring, fees, and the marriage license process. The marriage licenses page on the clerk's site is especially useful before your visit. Check it to confirm current requirements.
The Iberia Parish Clerk of Court site above is the official resource for marriage license applications, record searches, and office contact details for New Iberia.
| Office Address | 300 Iberia Street, Suite 100, New Iberia, LA 70560 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (337) 369-4402 |
| Civil Fax | (337) 365-0737 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | iberiaclerk.com |
| Marriage License Page | iberiaclerk.com/marriage-licenses |
Getting a Marriage License in New Iberia
In Iberia Parish, only one party is required to come in to purchase the marriage license. That is different from some other parishes. Under state law, both parties do not have to appear at the same time in all cases. Check with the clerk's office to confirm what they currently require, as practices can vary.
Under R.S. 9:222, a marriage license issued in Iberia Parish is valid statewide. You can get married anywhere in Louisiana using a license from New Iberia. The license is good for 30 days from the date and time it is issued. If it expires, you need to apply again.
The waiting period in Iberia Parish is 24 hours, not 72 hours. There is a 24-hour wait from the time the license is issued until the ceremony can take place. This still means you cannot get married the same day you apply, but the wait is shorter than in some other parishes. Under R.S. 9:241, the standard statewide rule is 72 hours, but local judges may vary this. Confirm the current wait with the clerk's office when you apply.
The fee in Iberia Parish is $35.00. That amount includes both the application and one certified copy of the marriage record. Pay by cash, check, money order, or debit or credit card. Additional certified copies cost $6.00 each if you need more than the one included.
The Iberia Parish Clerk marriage licenses page above details the current fee schedule, required documents, and instructions for getting a marriage license in New Iberia.
Note: The $35.00 fee includes one certified copy. If you need more than one, plan to pay $6.00 for each additional copy at the time you apply or when you pick them up later.
Documents Needed for a New Iberia Marriage License
A valid photo ID is required. Driver's license, state ID, or passport all work. Certified birth certificates are also needed. Do not bring regular copies. The certificates must be certified by the issuing vital records agency.
Social Security numbers are required for the application. The clerk also collects parent information including full names, birthplaces, and mother's maiden names for each party. This becomes part of the permanent marriage record.
If either applicant was previously married, proof of how that marriage ended must be provided. Bring a certified divorce decree or the death certificate of a former spouse. Louisiana law under R.S. 9:225 requires this before a new license can be issued. Missing this document will stop your application.
Searching New Iberia Marriage Records Online
Iberia Parish marriage records, including those for New Iberia, are searchable through the eClerksLA statewide portal. This system lets you search by name or date range from any device without going to the courthouse. It covers participating parishes across Louisiana and is available around the clock.
The LCRAA portal provides another avenue for accessing court records from Louisiana clerks of court. If you are not sure which parish filed the record you are looking for, this portal lets you search across multiple parishes at once. Both portals provide indexes and basic document access.
For historical New Iberia and Iberia Parish marriage records, the Louisiana State Archives holds older marriage documents going back well into the 1800s in some cases. For certified marriage certificates issued after 1946, the Louisiana Department of Health is an additional source.
Note: Online portals provide indexes and some documents. Full certified copies must come from the Iberia Parish Clerk of Court or the Louisiana Department of Health.
Nearby Louisiana Cities
These qualifying Louisiana cities also have marriage records pages with local clerk information and search resources.