Switzerland County Marriage License Records

Switzerland County marriage licenses are issued through the Circuit Court Clerk's office in Vevay, Indiana. This small county along the Ohio River uses the same Indiana marriage license process as every other county, but local details like fees, hours, and the clerk's contact info are specific to Switzerland County. This page covers all of that plus how to search existing records online.

Switzerland County Circuit Court Clerk

Karin S. Dutkiewicz serves as Switzerland County's Circuit Court Clerk. Her office in Vevay processes all marriage license applications for the county. The clerk keeps the official record of every license issued in Switzerland County and handles related court filings. Staff can help you with applications and with finding existing records.

The official page for the clerk is through the Indiana state government site at in.gov/counties/switzerland. Check there for any updates before your visit to the courthouse in Vevay.

The image above shows the Switzerland County Clerk's page on the Indiana state government website. You can find updated contact details and any announcements there.

How to Get a Switzerland County Marriage License

Both people getting married must appear at the Switzerland County Clerk's office in Vevay at the same time. You cannot apply for someone else or send paperwork ahead. Under IC 31-11-4-3, joint in-person appearance is required by Indiana law. The office is open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Indiana has no waiting period between applying and getting married. Your Switzerland County marriage license is good as soon as the clerk issues it. Under IC 31-11-4-10, it stays valid for 60 days. If your wedding is more than 60 days away, wait until you get closer to the date. An expired license is no good, and you would need to apply and pay again.

The Indiana Courts website has a pre-application tool at courts.in.gov/marriage. You can fill in some basic information before your visit to Vevay. This helps the clerk process your application faster. Still, both people must be present in person to complete the process and pay the fee.

No blood test is needed. There is no residency requirement for Switzerland County. You can apply there even if you live in another county or state, though the fee is higher for out-of-state residents. Your license works anywhere in Indiana.

Note: Switzerland County is one of Indiana's smaller counties. The clerk's office may have limited staff. Call ahead if you need to confirm availability on a specific day.

What to Bring to the Switzerland County Clerk

Each applicant must bring a valid photo ID. Indiana accepts driver's licenses, state IDs, passports, and military IDs. If you bring a birth certificate as your ID, also bring a photo ID. Your Social Security number is required on the application under IC 31-11-4-1. The physical card is not needed, but you must know the number.

If either person was previously married, the prior marriage must have legally ended. Bring a certified copy of your divorce decree or a death certificate. The Switzerland County Clerk will review it. Without this document, the clerk cannot issue a new marriage license. Age rules under IC 31-11-1-4 require applicants to be 18 or older. Those who are 16 or 17 need a parent or guardian present and must provide written consent. No marriage license will be issued to anyone under 16 in Indiana.

Documents to bring:

• Valid government photo ID for each applicant
• Social Security number for each applicant
• Divorce decree or death certificate if previously married
• Parental consent documentation if either applicant is under 18
• Payment for the fee ($25 residents, $65 out-of-state)

Switzerland County Marriage License Fees

The fee for a Switzerland County marriage license is $25.00 for Indiana residents. If either applicant lives outside the state, the fee is $65.00. These amounts are set by state statute. Fees are non-refundable after your application is processed. Call (812) 427-4415 to ask about accepted payment types before you travel to the Vevay courthouse.

Search Switzerland County Marriage Records

Indiana provides free public access to marriage license records online. You can search Switzerland County records at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL. The database includes records from 1993 forward. Enter a name and county to find a specific marriage license record.

For certified copies of marriage certificates, contact the Indiana State Department of Health. Certified copies have an official seal and are needed for legal purposes. You can also order through VitalChek, ISDH's authorized online partner. For older records not in the online database, the Indiana State Library keeps historical vital records going back many decades.

Note: The free public search tool shows basic record details. For a certified copy with an official seal for legal use, you must order through ISDH or the clerk directly.

Indiana Marriage License Statutes

Indiana marriage law applies uniformly across all counties including Switzerland County. After the ceremony, the officiant must return the completed license to the Switzerland County Clerk within 30 days. This is required under IC 31-11-11-1. The officiant signs the license and fills in ceremony details under IC 31-11-4-11. The clerk records it as the permanent official document under IC 31-11-4-18.

The person performing the ceremony must be legally authorized to do so under IC 31-11-6-1. This includes ordained ministers, judges, and mayors. Ask the Switzerland County Clerk if you have questions about whether your officiant qualifies before the ceremony takes place.

Cities in Switzerland County

Switzerland County includes Vevay and a number of small rural communities. All marriage license applications are processed at the Circuit Court Clerk's office in Vevay regardless of where in the county you live.

Communities in Switzerland County include Vevay, Patriot, Lamb, and Moorefield. None currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All residents apply at the Switzerland County Courthouse in Vevay.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Switzerland County. Check your address against county lines if you are unsure which county clerk you should visit.