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Texas Divorce Certificate Verification vs. Certified Divorce Decree

In Texas, there are two ways to obtain copies of your divorce details. One provides legal proof, and the other provides verification for informational purposes only.

Certificate Type	Issuing Office	More Details
Certified divorce decree	District clerk in the county where the divorce was granted	Official legal record of a divorce Required for legal proceedings, custody, property, spousal support, etc. Only for divorces granted in the issuing county
Divorce verification letter	Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)	Informational only, not certified proof of divorce Confirms the separation is recorded in the state index Available for Texas divorces from 1968 to present

Who Can Order a Texas Divorce Certificate?

Certified divorce decrees are not public documents. Copies may be requested by:

Either spouse named on the divorce
Their legal representatives
Anyone with a valid court order

For DSHS divorce verification letters are also restricted. You must be a named spouse on the record, or their parent or legal guardian, to request a copy. Legal representatives or people with an acceptable interest in requesting the record can also order a copy.

You must provide a valid government-issued photo ID and specify your relationship to the persons named on the record.

How to Get a Divorce Certificate in Texas Online

If you need official proof of your divorce, request a certified divorce decree from the district clerk in the county where the divorce was granted. Procedures, fees, and available submission methods vary by county. Contact the relevant office for details on online, mail, or in-person requests.

DSHS divorce verification letters, photocopies of applications, or heirloom certificates can be requested online, by mail, or in person. The fee for a DSHS verification letter is $20. You can opt in for expedited processing for an additional $25.

Mail regular DSHS applications to:

Texas Vital Statistics Department of State Health Services P.O. Box 12040 Austin, TX 78711-2040

Expedited applications should be mailed to:

Texas Vital Statistics MC 2096 Department of State Health Services 1100 W. 49th St. Austin, TX 78756

Processing Through Texas District Clerks (Harris, Dallas, Travis & More)

Certified divorce decrees must be obtained from the district clerk in the county where the divorce was granted. County offices set their own hours, fees, and procedures.

DSHS divorce verification letter orders by mail are usually processed in around 25 to 30 days.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Divorce Records

Are divorce certificates public records in Alabama?

DSHS maintains indexes of divorces from 1968 to present as public aids for locating county records but they’re not legal documents. Access to certified divorce decrees is restricted to spouses, legal representatives, or persons authorized by court order.

Access to divorce decrees (maintained by the district clerk) is restricted to only the spouses named on the record and their legal representatives.
How long does it take to get a divorce certificate Texas?

Processing times vary by county for certified decrees. DSHS divorce verification letters typically take 20 to 30 business days, depending on how you submit your request.
Can I get a certified copy of my divorce decree from the state health department in Texas?

No. Certified divorce decrees are issued only by the district clerk in the county where the divorce was granted. DSHS can provide verification letters, but these are not legal proof of divorce.
Do I need my court case number to apply for a Texas divorce record?

It’s recommended, but not always required. Providing the case number and as much additional information as possible helps the district clerk locate the correct record quickly.

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