Marriage records in Maui County, Hawaii, are available through several channels. MauiCourt.us allows you to find publicly accessible information about marriage records in the county. Additionally, certified copies of marriage certificates are issued by the Hawaii State Department of Health through the Vital Records office. Requests can be submitted online, in person, or by mail.
Maui Marriage Records Search
In Hawaii, marriage records are maintained not by the county clerk but by the State Department of Health, Office of Health Status Monitoring — this is a centralized system at the state level. The office keeps marriage and civil union certificates registered throughout the state, including Maui County. The collection covers marriage licenses and certificates dating back to 1842.
The main Vital Records office is located on Oahu:
For Maui residents, there is also a local Department of Health office where you can apply for copies. Contact the Maui District Health Office for details regarding office hours.
Office of the County Clerk in Maui County does not issue certified copies of marriage certificates — this function is exclusively under the state's jurisdiction.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Maui
The fees are set according to Hawaii Revised Statutes §338-14.5. Below are the current rates for ordering copies through Vital Records:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $10.00 |
| Each additional copy (in one order) | $4.00 |
| Record search (included in the price of the first copy) | Included |
| Expedited processing (when ordering online through VitalChek) | Additional service and delivery fees |
Payment is accepted by money order or check payable to the "State Department of Health." Cash is not accepted for mail requests. The standard processing time for mail requests is 6 to 8 weeks.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Maui
There are three main ways to obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate.
Online
The State of Hawaii offers an online Hawaii Vital Records portal through which you can order and track certified copies of birth, marriage/civil union, and death certificates. To order, you need to:
- Visit the portal and select the document type — Marriage/Civil Union.
- Fill out the form with the spouses' details and marriage date.
- Upload a copy of the applicant's ID.
- Pay the fee with a credit or debit card.
Only individuals named in the record, their immediate family members, legal representatives, or persons with a notarized authorization are eligible to receive a certified copy. This restriction is established by HRS §338-18.
In Person
Visit the Vital Records office in Honolulu at the address provided above. Walk-in visits are on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring a valid photo ID. Copies are usually issued the same day.
In Maui, you can contact the local district health office — confirm service availability by calling (808) 984-8200.
By Mail
Send your request to the main office address:
Include in the envelope:
- Completed application (form can be downloaded from the Vital Records website).
- Money order or check for $10.00 for the first copy plus $4.00 for each additional copy.
- A copy of a photo ID.
- A return address and a stamped envelope (optional for expedited delivery).
Mail request processing takes approximately 6–8 weeks. If you need it faster, use the online portal or visit in person.