To register as a marriage officiant with Dakota County:
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Complete an online form. A copy of your application will be sent to the email address provided in the application.
- Follow instructions below for registering it with Dakota County in person, by mail or by drop off.
You must be 21 years of age to perform a marriage in Minnesota.
People authorized to perform marriage ceremonies in Minnesota are required to ensure that the couple has obtained a Minnesota marriage license and the individuals they are marrying are the people named on the marriage license.
Fees
$15
Payment options
Cash, check, money orders, and credit or debit cards (Discover, Visa or MasterCard) are accepted. A 2.49-percent convenience fee is charged for credit and debit cards.
Ministers must file credentials with application
According to Minnesota Statute 517.05, if the applicant is a minister of any denomination, they must file a copy of their credentials at the time of application. Applicants who are nondenominational don’t require credentials.
Application
You can complete a marriage officiant application online.
Complete a Marriage Officiant Application
Registering in person
Service and license centers are open for walk-ins. However, making an appointment is encouraged. A proof of age will be required.
Reserve your appointment
View walk-in wait times
Registering by drop off
You can drop off a notarized copy of your application, a copy of credentials (if applicable), a copy of proof of age and fees at one of three drop-off boxes. Boxes are located at the Administration Center, Northern Service Center and Western Service Center.
Please provide your address and phone number. Once received, a Certificate of Filing will be sent.
Registering by mail
You can still receive your marriage officiant registration by mail.
Send a notarized copy of your application, a copy of credentials (if applicable), a copy of proof of age and the $15 fee to:
Northern Service Center
Service Desk
1 Mendota Road West
West St. Paul, MN 55118
Make checks payable to: Dakota County
Please provide your address and phone number. Once received, a Certificate of Filing will be sent.