Marriage records in Dona Ana County, New Mexico, can be accessed through several channels. DonaanaCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office, which issues and maintains marriage licenses. Records are available through the county's official records search portal, in person at the Clerk's Office in Las Cruces, or by mail. The New Mexico Vital Records and Health Statistics office also maintains statewide marriage records.
Dona Ana County Marriage Records Search
The Doña Ana County Clerk's Office is the issuing authority for marriage licenses in Dona Ana County, as designated under New Mexico law. The Clerk's Office records and maintains marriage licenses filed within the county, including both current and historical records. The collection includes marriage license applications, issued licenses, and returned certificates of marriage once solemnized.
You can search recorded documents — including marriage licenses — through the county's Official Records Search portal, which allows quick and advanced searches by name or document type. For additional help locating records, the Documents Online page provides search tutorials and contact information.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Dona Ana County
Fees for marriage record copies at the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office are set by New Mexico statute and county fee schedules. Contact the Clerk's Office at (575) 647-7421 to confirm current fees before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage record | Contact Clerk's Office to confirm |
| Additional certified copy (same order) | Contact Clerk's Office to confirm |
| Uncertified/informational copy | Contact Clerk's Office to confirm |
| Search fee | Contact Clerk's Office to confirm |
The New Mexico Vital Records and Health Statistics office (a division of the Department of Health) also issues certified copies of marriage certificates for marriages that occurred anywhere in New Mexico. Their standard fee is $10.00 for the first copy and $5.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Processing times vary; expedited service may be available for an additional fee through their online ordering system.
Source: NMSA 1978, § 24-14-27; New Mexico Department of Health, Vital Records fee schedule.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Dona Ana County
There are three main ways to obtain a marriage certificate from Dona Ana County:
Online
The New Mexico Department of Health's Vital Records office accepts online orders for certified marriage certificates through its Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics website. This option covers marriages recorded anywhere in New Mexico. You will need to provide the full names of both spouses, the approximate date of the marriage, and payment by credit or debit card.
In Person
Visit the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office during business hours:
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Be prepared to provide the names of both spouses and the approximate date of the marriage.
- Payment methods accepted — contact the office to confirm whether they take cash, check, money order, or card.
By Mail
To request a marriage record copy by mail, send the following to the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office:
- A written request including the full names of both spouses, the date of marriage (or approximate date), and your contact information.
- A copy of your valid government-issued photo ID.
- The applicable fee (money order or cashier's check made payable to the Doña Ana County Clerk).
- A self-addressed stamped envelope for return delivery.
Mail requests to:
Allow additional time for mail processing. If you need a certified copy for legal purposes — such as name changes, immigration, or benefits applications — specify that you need a certified copy in your request. Under New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act, marriage records are generally accessible to the public, though certain restrictions may apply depending on the record type and date. For questions about access or eligibility, call the Clerk's Office directly at (575) 647-7421 or visit DonaanaCourt.us for additional guidance on locating Dona Ana County marriage records.