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1. The party’s name, date of birth, place of birth, or parent’s names are incorrect. How do I change those items?

You will need to provide our office with a certified copy of the birth certificate for the party's' whose information is incorrect. We will also need a notarized request from both parties stating what is to be amended on the marriage certificate. View a Sample of a Notarized Statement for the Parties (PDF).

2. The date or place of marriage is incorrect. How do I correct the date of marriage or place of marriage?

You will need to provide our office with a notarized letter from both parties stating that the marriage license needs to be corrected. View a Sample of a Notarized Statement for Both Parties (PDF). We will also need a notarized letter from the person that performed the marriage stating the correct information or the duplicate from the courthouse showing the correct information. Access a Sample of a Notarized Statement for the Person That Performed the Marriage (PDF).

Note: If the person that performed the ceremony is unable to sign because they are deceased, we can accept affidavits from one of the witnesses to the ceremony.

3. Where do I mail my request or documentation?

Mail everything to:
Amendment Unit
Office of Vital Statistics
1000 SW Jackson
Suite 120
Topeka, Ks 66612-2221

4. What is the cost? Are there any fees?

The fee to amend a marriage certificate is $20. This does not include the charge for a certified copy.