Certificates, records requests and document copies.
Find your county’s service guide 7 reviewed links · Santa Cruz
County selection Santa Cruz, California
County context for browsing. Agency service areas may differ. Get a marriage license → Record or find a deed → Order birth, death or marriage certificates → Request public records → Register a business name (DBA / FBN) → Find passport acceptance and application information → Official Santa Cruz County certificate information and application options. Follow the county’s instructions for the copy type and request method you need.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County government · Santa Cruz County — Vital Records (opens in a new tab)
Official county certificate service heading and published application/copy information. This is an information destination; no unverified online-transaction promise.
of Santa Cruz SEARCH MENU About Us Services Vital Records Birth Certificates Death Certificates Marriage Certificates Military Records Divorce, Wills, Probate Document Recording Searching Records/Maps Restrictive Covenants Forms FAQ Contact Us How to Find Us Vital Records You are here: Home Services Vital Records Vital records are records of life events k Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot e17867e00aecb2ee
Official county instructions for obtaining a new marriage license. Online application entry alone does not issue a license or replace the required appearance; confirm the license type, documents and visit arrangements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County — Clerk services · Santa Cruz marriage services — public (opens in a new tab)
Official marriage licensing information — Public Marriage Licenses & Ceremonies
Public Marriage Licenses & Ceremonies Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 4a4fd63c6288189e
Read the county’s request notice, then continue through its Public Records Request control. Describe the records and date range you need; the initial response and actual delivery have different timeframes.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County · Santa Cruz County — public records route discovery (opens in a new tab)
Public records — the County of Santa Cruz supports the public’s right to timely and transparent access to public
the County of Santa Cruz supports the public’s right to timely and transparent access to public records created and maintained by the County. Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 6fc448c0e59e6730
File in person or by mail using the statement and current filing guidance. Third-party renewal solicitations are separate from filing directly with the County Clerk; use the current state renewal/publication rules below.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County — business name filing · Santa Cruz — FBN filing (opens in a new tab)
Fictitious business name — Fictitious Business Name
Fictitious Business Name Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot de10a155267444ed
Santa Cruz County provides an online index from 1978 onward and registered-user document-copy downloads. Filed-map copies and research have separate channels and office kiosk access.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County official service / referred provider · Santa Cruz — property records (opens in a new tab)
County Recorder — Search recorded documents, order copies and research maps
The Santa Cruz County Recorder offers an online Index of Official Records recorded from 1978 to the present. Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 833f9f8ae6bb742d
County-linked recorded-document portal; an account is required for online purchases.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County official service / referred provider · Santa Cruz — property records (opens in a new tab)
County Recorder — Search records and order document copies
Register or Log In to Order Copies Agent source review: October 15, 2026 · Snapshot 833f9f8ae6bb742d
Read this provider's appointment, application and renewal instructions. Local acceptance is distinct from the U.S. Department of State issuing a passport or processing eligible renewals.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Cruz County County Clerk · County Clerk passport information (opens in a new tab)
Passports — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Every passport applicant must appear in person. Passport hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday. Payments must be made by check or money order. For fees see below. Click here to make an appointment. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 88ad336674be7f82
Official state service profiles These 26 profiles are classified under this topic by California’s official state service directory. The county filter above does not establish local eligibility for them. Confirm availability and requirements on the official profile.
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1194 listed under department 220
Apply for a DL, ID or REAL ID Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Public Health, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 51 listed under department 176
Apply for marriage certificate Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Public Health, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 52 listed under department 176
Apply for birth certificate Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Public Health, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 53 listed under department 176
Apply for death certificate Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Child Support Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 9 listed under department 211
Calculate child support Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Corrections and Rehabilitation, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1188 listed under department 171
California Inmate Records and Information System Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1325 listed under department 220
Create a MyDMV Account Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
California Privacy Protection Agency · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1306 listed under department 315
Delete Request and Opt-out Platform (DROP) Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Education, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 86 listed under department 172
Find a citizenship class Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 81 listed under department 178
Find refugee services Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Courts, California · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 16 listed under department 193
Get a divorce Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Government Operations Agency · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1173 listed under department 239
Get COVID-19 information and help Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Governor, Office of the · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1115 listed under department 238
Get updates on DACA Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1219 listed under department 220
Get your mDL Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Public Health, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1177 listed under department 176
Get Digital Vaccine Record Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 80 listed under department 178
Get Citizenship Services Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1116 listed under department 178
Get DACA legal help Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Corrections and Rehabilitation, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 71 listed under department 171
Locate a correctional facility Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Public Health, California Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1210 listed under department 176
Look up licenses for clinical laboratory personnel Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 44 listed under department 220
Renew driver’s license or ID card Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1222 listed under department 220
Register a vehicle Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
State of California · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1286 listed under department 317
Recovery services finder Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
California Privacy Protection Agency · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1187 listed under department 315
Submit a consumer privacy complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Franchise Tax Board · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1212 listed under department 236
Tax forms and publications Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1217 listed under department 220
Transfer vehicle title Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 48 listed under department 220
Update information (address, name, gender) Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a