Marriage officiants

To be able to perform marriage ceremonies in Minnesota, file your credentials with us.

After performing a marriage ceremony, file the marriage certificate with us.

File marriage officiant credentials

Qualifications

You must be at least 21 years old to perform marriage ceremonies in Minnesota. You must also submit a certificate of filing for marriage officiant form, regardless of your religion, title, or position.

You don't have to be a Minnesota resident to file credentials and perform marriage ceremonies in Minnesota.

Fee

$45

Payment options

How to file

1. Complete a certificate of filing for marriage officiant form (PDF, 1MB).
2. Print but don't sign the application.
3. Get your signature on the application notarized. E-notarization is ok.
4. Submit your application, documents (if required) and payment by mail, drop-off or in person.

Mail

Submit the items listed above to:

Director of licensing - Vital records
Hennepin County Government Center
300 South 6th Street, MC-026
Minneapolis, MN 55487-0026

Drop-off

Submit items at a drop off location.

In person

Schedule an appointment or come in to one of our locations. Wait times depend on staffing.

File marriage certificates

The officiant must file the marriage certificate with us within 5 days of the ceremony.

Officiant instructions

• Print or type the names of the witnesses along with your name (the officiant) and credentials on the appropriate lines.
• The applicants, witnesses, and officiant must sign the certificate.
• Make sure the certificate is complete and return it in the pre-addressed envelope within 5 days of the ceremony to:
  
  Director of licensing
  Marriage license department
  Hennepin County Government Center
  300 South 6th Street, MC-026
  Minneapolis, MN 55487-0026