Marriage records in Kendall County, Illinois, are available through several channels. KendallCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about the county's marriage records. Additionally, you can contact the County Clerk's office directly — in person, by mail, or by phone. Below are practical details about searching, ordering, and obtaining copies of marriage documents.
Kendall Marriage Records Search
In Illinois, the responsibility for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining marriage records is assigned to the County Clerk. In Kendall County, this function is performed by the Kendall County Clerk's office, located in the Kendall County Courthouse. The collection includes marriage licenses, returned and registered marriage certificates, as well as historical records dating back to the county's founding. Each record typically contains the names of the spouses, the date the license was issued, the date of the ceremony, and the name of the officiant.
For genealogical research, older records may be stored in a different format — ask the clerk about the availability of microfilms or digitized archives.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Kendall
The fees for copies of marriage documents in Kendall County are set according to Illinois law and the internal price list of the County Clerk's office. Below are the basic rates:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy | $10.00 |
| Additional copy (in the same order) | $2.00 |
| Search fee | Included in the cost of the first copy |
Payment is usually accepted in cash, money order, or check made payable to the Kendall County Clerk. Requests processed in person are typically completed the same business day. Mail requests may take one to two weeks, depending on the office's workload.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Kendall
There are several ways to obtain a copy of a marriage certificate from Kendall County.
In-Person Visit
Visit the County Clerk's office at the address provided above. Bring a valid photo ID. A certified copy is usually issued immediately.
Mail Request
Send a letter to the office's address, including:
- A written request specifying the full names of the spouses and the approximate date of marriage.
- A copy of the applicant's ID.
- A check or money order for the appropriate amount, payable to the Kendall County Clerk.
- A self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE).
Online
As of now, the Kendall County Clerk does not offer a separate online portal for ordering marriage records. Some Illinois counties use third-party services for online orders — check this possibility by calling the office. For dissolution of marriage records, certified copies are issued by the circuit court clerk, not the state Department of Public Health.
If you need standardized court forms related to divorce, child support, or maintenance, they are available on the Illinois Courts website and are accepted by all state courts.
Additional information about Kendall County records can be found on KendallCourt.us.