All individuals performing marriages in Minnesota must be at least 21 and provide documentation of officiant credentials. The credentials must include:

• A signature by an official with the authority to do so, and
• Language stating you have ministerial credentials or are otherwise authorized to perform marriages

Prepare application

1. Complete a certificate of filing form (PDF).
2. Print but do not sign the application.
3. Get your signature on the application notarized (e-notarization is acceptable).
4. Get a readable photocopy of your credentials of license or ordination; or a statement of marriage authority from a spiritual authority. (Do not send originals. Submitted credentials will not be returned.)
5. Gather your application, copies of documents and a $30 check or money order made out to Hennepin County Treasurer.

Application processes

Submit your application, documents and payment by mail in or drop-off.

Mail in

Submit the items listed above to:

Director of Licensing – Vital Records 
Hennepin County Government Center 
300 S 6th St. A-025 
Minneapolis, MN 55487-0026

Drop-off

Drop the items listed at one of our drop off locations.

Processing times

Regular processing

Orders will be processed in  2 - 3 weeks of receipt.

Faster processing

• Orders will be processed in 5 - 7 business days of receipt
• You must include an additional $20 and write "Expedite" on the envelope

Order status

If it's been over four (4) weeks since you ordered use our Vital records order inquiry form.

Fee

• $30.00
• Payment options

Additional information

• If you cannot use a remote option, please schedule an appointment.
• For information on an unauthorized person performing ceremony, see Minnesota Statute 517.15.
• For information on state requirements on civil marriages, see Minnesota Statute 517.04.
• For information on ministerial credentials, see Minnesota Statute 517.05.