Marriage records in Androscoggin County, Maine, can be accessed through several channels. AndroscogginCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the municipal clerk's office where the marriage license was issued, from the Maine Office of Vital Records, in person, or by mail. Understanding which office holds the record you need is the first step toward obtaining a certified or informational copy.
Androscoggin Marriage Records Search
In Maine, marriage records are maintained differently than in most other states. Marriage licenses are issued and marriage intentions are filed at the municipal clerk's office in the town or city where the marriage takes place — not at a centralized county office. Androscoggin County includes municipalities such as Lewiston, Auburn, Lisbon, Mechanic Falls, and others, each with its own town or city clerk responsible for marriage records.
The Maine CDC Office of Vital Records in Augusta serves as the statewide repository and maintains copies of all Maine marriage records from 1892 to the present. For marriages that occurred in Androscoggin County, you can request records either from the municipal clerk where the marriage took place or from the state office.
Records typically include the names of both parties, date and place of marriage, officiant information, and witnesses. Historical records before 1892 may be held at the individual town clerk's office or through the Maine State Archives.
For the City of Lewiston (the county seat), contact:
Lewiston City Clerk's Office
For other Androscoggin County municipalities, contact the respective town clerk directly. A directory of Androscoggin County municipalities is available on the county's official website.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Androscoggin
Fees for certified marriage record copies are set by Maine statute (22 M.R.S. § 2706) and apply uniformly whether you order from a municipal clerk or the state Office of Vital Records.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy (first copy) | $15.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same record, same order) | $6.00 |
| Search fee (included in certified copy fee) | Included |
| Online order processing (through VitalChek) | $15.00 + service/shipping fees |
These fees apply at both the municipal and state level. The state office accepts payment by check or money order for mail requests. Online orders placed through the state's authorized vendor include additional processing and shipping charges. Municipal clerks may accept cash, check, or money order — confirm accepted payment methods before visiting.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Androscoggin
Online
The Maine Office of Vital Records offers online ordering through its Request Documents page. Orders are processed by an authorized third-party vendor (VitalChek) and include additional service fees beyond the base $15.00 certificate cost. You will need to provide:
- Full names of both spouses
- Date of marriage
- Place of marriage (municipality)
- Your relationship to the individuals on the record
- Valid photo identification
In Person
Visit the clerk's office in the Androscoggin County municipality where the marriage occurred. For marriages in Lewiston:
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Certified copies are typically available the same day for recent records.
You may also visit the state office in Augusta:
By Mail
To order by mail from the state office, send the following to the Augusta address above:
- A completed application form (available on the Vital Records request page)
- A check or money order for $15.00 payable to "Treasurer, State of Maine" ($6.00 for each additional copy of the same record)
- A photocopy of your valid government-issued photo ID
- A self-addressed stamped envelope (optional but recommended)
Mail requests to the state office are generally processed within two to four weeks. You can also mail requests to the municipal clerk where the marriage took place — contact that office for their specific form requirements and processing times.
For additional help locating Androscoggin County marriage records or related public information, visit AndroscogginCourt.us.