Search Camas Marriage Records
Camas marriage records are issued and maintained by Clark County, not by the city of Camas. The Clark County Auditor in Vancouver handles marriage license applications, certified copies, and historical certificate requests for all Clark County residents, including those in Camas. This guide covers how to apply for a license, where to find historical records, how to order certified copies, and what local resources in Camas can help with genealogy research. The city does not hold marriage records directly.
Camas Overview
Clark County Auditor - Marriage Licenses for Camas
Camas residents get their marriage licenses through the Clark County Auditor in Vancouver. The office is located at 1300 Franklin Street, Suite 175, Vancouver, WA 98660. Both applicants must appear in person, though you can start the process by filling out an online application before your visit.
The license fee is $64. After you pick up the license, the mandatory three-day waiting period starts before you can hold the ceremony. This is required by RCW 26.04.180. No judge or official can shorten it. The license is valid for 60 days after issue and only within Washington State.
Certified copies of marriage certificates from Clark County cost $3 each. You can request them in person, by mail, or online through the auditor's office.
| Office | Clark County Auditor |
|---|---|
| Address | 1300 Franklin Street, Suite 175, Vancouver, WA 98660 |
| Phone | (564) 397-2208 |
| recording@clark.wa.gov | |
| Website | clark.wa.gov/auditor/marriage-licenses |
| License Fee | $64 |
| Certified Copies | $3 each |
| License Validity | 60 days; valid in Washington only |
Clark County was one of Washington's original counties. Marriage records in the county's digital archive go back to 1843, making it one of the richer historical collections in the state.
Camas Library and Genealogy Resources
The Camas library at 616 NE 4th Avenue has genealogy and research resources that can help you trace historical marriages in the area. The library's research and genealogy page is a good first stop for anyone looking into Clark County family history before the digital era.
The Camas City Library genealogy page at cityofcamas.us lists available tools and collections for local research. 
The library can point you to microfilm collections, local newspaper archives, and other tools that complement the online digital archives.
City of Camas was incorporated in 1906. Clark County, where Camas sits, operates under a mayor-council form of government at the city level. The Camas City Clerk's minutes from 1973 to present are also archived at the Washington State Digital Archives. City clerk records do not include marriage licenses, but they can help confirm other local historical details useful for genealogy work.
Clark County Digital Archives - Historical Marriage Records
The Clark County marriage record collection at the Washington State Digital Archives is one of the most complete in the state. It holds 467,220 records, including marriage returns from 1843 to 1909 and certificates from 1843 to present. More recent application records from 2000 to present are also included.
Clark County was one of Washington's original counties, which is why records date back further than most other counties. Search the collection for free at digitalarchives.wa.gov. You can search by name or use the Soundex system to find variants of surnames. No account is needed.
The Southwest Regional Branch of the Washington State Archives in Olympia also holds physical records for Clark County. Call (360) 753-1684 for inquiries about records not yet digitized or for records that need in-person review.
Getting Certified Copies of Camas Marriage Records
Certified copies from Clark County cost $3 each. You can request them in person at the auditor's office in Vancouver, by mail, or by emailing recording@clark.wa.gov. Include the names of both parties and the approximate marriage date in your request.
For marriages from 1968 to present, the Washington State Department of Health also holds statewide records. The DOH page at doh.wa.gov has ordering instructions. 
DOH charges $25 per certified copy through VitalChek. Orders process in 3-7 business days via VitalChek. Mail orders to DOH take 6-8 weeks.
For marriages before 1968, contact the Clark County Auditor directly. DOH's records only go back to 1968. The county holds pre-1968 records, and many of the oldest records are also in the Digital Archives free collection.
Ceremony Requirements for Camas Marriages
Washington authorizes a wide range of officiants under RCW 26.04.050. Judges, justices of the peace, ordained ministers, and religious officials may all legally perform marriages in the state. Online ordinations are generally recognized in Washington, but it is worth confirming with Clark County before your ceremony if you have any doubts.
Two witnesses must be present at the ceremony. Both must be old enough to understand what they are witnessing and must sign the Certificate of Marriage. There is no age minimum stated in the law, but it is standard practice to use adult witnesses.
After the ceremony, the officiant must return the signed Certificate of Marriage to Clark County within 30 days. That filed certificate is the legal proof of marriage. Without it, the record is incomplete in the county files.
Washington's Marriage Equality Act took effect December 6, 2012. Certificates before that date list groom and bride. After that date they use Person A and Person B. All applications are public record under RCW 26.04.170.
Clark County Marriage Records
Camas is in Clark County. All marriage licenses for Camas residents come from the Clark County Auditor. Visit the county page for full office details, fee schedules, and historical record resources.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Camas. Each uses its own county auditor for marriage records.