Minnesota Marriage License Information, Laws, Requirements

In most circumstances you may apply for a marriage license at any MN county clerk office where you plan to be married. These offices are usually located in the county probate court or circuit court. This document outlines the procedures you must follow to obtain your license.

Cost of License

What is the cost of a marriage license?

The marriage license fee is $70.00 dollars. Accepted forms of payment are cash.

Residency Requirements

What are the residency requirments for Minnesota?

None, you do not have to be a previous or current resident of Minnesota to obtain a marriage license that is valid statewide.

Waiting Period

Is there a waiting period from the application date to the date the license is issued?

Yes, there is a mandatory 5 day waiting period. In most states, the waiting period does not include Saturdays, Sundays or holidays. In some instances, the day the application is filed is not included within the waiting period.

Is there a waiting period from the date the license is issued to the date I am allowed to marry?

No, you can marry immediately after receiving your license.

Age Requirement

At what age may a man or woman marry?

You must be 18 years old or older to marry without parental consent. A birth certificate may be necessary to show proof of age.

What if one or both of us is younger than 18?

If either partner is under 18, parental consent forms must be signed. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you can not marry without a court order.

Blood Tests and Physical Exams

Are blood tests and physical exams required?

No blood test or physical exam is required.

License Expires

How long does a marriage license remain valid once it's been issued?

Your license will expire 6 months from the date it is issued.

Divorced and Widowed Applicants

What if one or both partners have been divorced or died?

If previously married, the date of divorce or date of spouse's death must be provided.

Obtain Vital Records

Where can I obtain a certified copy of a marriage, divorce, or death certificate?

Certified copies of marriage, divorce, or death records can be ordered online.

Miscellaneous Questions

Are proxy marriages legal?

No, marriage by proxy is not allowed.

Are cousin marriages legal?

No, cousin marriages are not allowed.

Are common law marriages legal?

No, common-law marriages are not allowed.

Are same sex marriages legal?

No, same-sex marriages are not allowed.

County Clerk Address and Phone Number List:

Yellow Medicine
Granite Falls, MN
320-564-2529

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