Marriage Officiant

To perform a wedding ceremony in Minnesota, you must register with a Minnesota county prior to the ceremony.  No credentials are required to register with the county.  (M.S. 517.04)
 

Filing Requirements

 1. Completed Certificate of Filing (PDF - This can only be done in person.
  2. $50 Filing Fee
  3. Officiant must be 21 years of age or older
 

Information for Marriage Officiant

A marriage license that was issued by Freeborn County is given to the applicants at the time they complete the application process. They will receive three pieces of paper that include the marriage license and the marriage certificate. They will also receive an envelope that can be used to send the completed certificate back to our office. The marriage license shall be kept by the officiant as proof of your authority to solemnize the marriage. The marriage certificate needs to completed by the officiant. Failure to complete the marriage certificate properly will result in a delay of the issuance of the certified marriage certificate. 

If you have any questions about performing a marriage, please call our office at 507-377-5130.