Burke County Register of Deeds

03/24/2026

Reminder of our up coming wedding event "There's no place like Forever!" This Thursday 03/26/2026, we have a few spots available so call our office to reserve your slot. 828-764-9340 opt 6

03/24/2026

Reminder of our up coming wedding event "There's no place like forever" this Thursday, 03/26/2026. We have a few appointments available call our office to claim your spot. 828-764-9340 opt6

03/16/2026

👠 There’s No Place Like Forever 💛

Follow the yellow brick road to a magical wedding event inspired by The Wizard of Oz! 🌈✨

📅 Thursday, March 26, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💰 Cost: $70.00

✨ Spots are limited — Click your heels and reserve yours today! Call 828-764-9340, opt 6

Because when it comes to love… there’s no place like forever. 💍

STEPHANIE NORMAN
BURKE REGISTER OF DEEDS
[email protected]

03/05/2026

SNEAK PEEK #2: Ruby Red Slippers and Yellow Brick Road!

Are you trying to set a date or find a venue to get married this year? Do you love the Wizard of Oz or Wicked?
Well, look no further!

The Burke County Register of Deeds office will be having our Wizard of Oz/Wicked inspired special wedding event on March 26, 2026, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm.
Event costs $70.00 and includes the following:
* Officiant Services
* Marriage License ($60.00)
* Certified copy of marriage license ($10.00)
* Decorations & Refreshments
* Digital Photos
* Gift from the Register of Deeds office
* Outside venue

This is a fantastic deal! You are only paying for your marriage license and certified copy of your marriage license! If you have a civil ceremony with a Magistrate, it will cost an additional $50.00 and you won't have the personalization and decorations that are included with our special wedding events. Each couple gets an hour to meet with the officiant, complete paperwork, have their personalized ceremony, have pictures taken, and have refreshments.
Slots are limited, so sign up soon! Call our office to sign up or for more information at (828)-764-9340 #6.

03/04/2026

SNEAK PEEK #1: Our Emerald City!

Are you trying to set a date or find a venue to get married this year? Do you love the Wizard of Oz or Wicked?
Well, look no further!

The Burke County Register of Deeds office will be having our Wizard of Oz/Wicked inspired special wedding event on March 26, 2026, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm.
Event costs $70.00 and includes the following:
* Officiant Services
* Marriage License ($60.00)
* Certified copy of marriage license ($10.00)
* Decorations & Refreshments
* Digital Photos
* Gift from the Register of Deeds office
* Outside venue

This is a fantastic deal! You are only paying for your marriage license and certified copy of your marriage license! If you have a civil ceremony with a Magistrate, it will cost an additional $50.00 and you won't have the personalization and decorations that are included with our special wedding events. Each couple gets an hour to meet with the officiant, complete paperwork, have their personalized ceremony, have pictures taken, and have refreshments.
Slots are limited, so sign up soon! Call our office to sign up or for more information at (828)-764-9340 #6.

02/19/2026

Spring will be here before we know it!
Are you trying to set a date or find a venue to get married this year? Do you love the Wizard of Oz or Wicked?

Well, look no further!

The Burke County Register of Deeds office will be having our Wizard of Oz/Wicked inspired special wedding event on March 26, 2026, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm.

Event costs $70.00 and includes the following:
* Officiant Services
* Marriage License ($60.00)
* Certified copy of marriage license ($10.00)
* Decorations & Refreshments
* Digital Photos
* Gift from the Register of Deeds office
* Outside venue

This is a fantastic deal! Bring guests, a full wedding party, or just the two of you. It is your special day, so let our office help you make it special without breaking your bank!

Slots are limited, so sign up soon! Call our office to sign up or for more information at (828)-764-9340 #6.

02/16/2026

Reminder!!!! Passport Fair is coming soon! Call us for information and appointments are welcomed but we will take walk-ins!

🗣️ The Burke County Register of Deeds is pleased to announce our Annual Passport Fair, offering residents an opportunity to apply for a U.S. passport. This year, we are offering 3 evenings for your convenience: March 3, March 4, & March 5, 2026, from 5-7:00 pm. Please call our office at (828) 764-9340, opt 6 for scheduling, information, and fees. We look forward to seeing you!

01/21/2026

🗣️ The Burke County Register of Deeds is pleased to announce our Annual Passport Fair, offering residents an opportunity to apply for a U.S. passport. This year, we are offering 3 evenings for your convenience: March 3, March 4, & March 5, 2026, from 5-7:00 pm. Please call our office at (828) 764-9340, opt 6 for scheduling, information, and fees. We look forward to seeing you!

01/14/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT:
Certified Copies of Birth Records for Individuals Who Have Been Adopted
The Burke County Register of Deeds office is pleased to announce the passing of Senate Bill 248 that allows the local Register of Deeds office to issue certified copies of birth records for individuals who have been adopted. While this bill went into effect on January 1, 2026, we did not put out a press release announcing the new law due to anticipated difficulties in implementing the change. As anticipated, the North Carolina Office of Vital Records’ Database Application for Vital Events (NCDAVE), an electronic recording system, was not equipped to handle the legislatively mandated change. In addition, the North Carolina Office of Vital Records did not create an interim process to issue these records until January 6, 2026, causing another delay in our office being able to issue a certified copy of an adoption birth record.
The interim process involves manually sending records to the Register of Deeds office upon request. For individuals that were born in 1971 and later, the North Carolina Office of Vital Records is to send the record within 30 minutes. For individuals that were born prior to 1971, the North Carolina Office of Vital Records has up to 2 business days to send the record due to the records not being digitized.
It is anticipated that the Database Application for Vital Events (NCDAVE) will be updated for the local Register of Deeds offices to be able to issue certified copies of adoption records sometime in February, 2026.
Since January 6, 2026, we have been able to successfully issue nine certified copies of adoption records. We are excited to be able to provide this service to the citizens of Burke County and will be glad when all of the “bugs” have been worked out of the electronic system and there will be a faster turnaround time for these records. Please note that at this time, Register of Deeds offices can only issue certified copies of birth records for individuals who have been adopted in the county to which they were born. It is anticipated that in the future, local Register of Deeds offices will be able to issue certified copies of birth records for individuals who have been adopted and who were born in another North Carolina County.
Should you have any questions about getting a certified copy of an adoption birth record, please contact our office at 828-764-9340 and select option #6.

12/09/2025

We had a festive time at the Valdese and Hildebran Parades this past Saturday. "We are Tickled Pink to Serve You" Merry Christmas Burke County!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!
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10/03/2025

Yesterday was a wonderful day for a Wedding!! The Register of Deeds office celebrated with 9 wonderful couples at our Halloween Spooktacular event! Stay tuned for next years theme!!