Credentials to Perform Marriages
Before Ministers of any religious denomination are authorized to solemnize a marriage, they must be 21 years of age and have registered a copy of their credential of license or ordination with a county in the State of Minnesota. Ministerial Credentials need only to be recorded once in the State of Minnesota. They do not need to be recorded in each county where a marriage may take place. In fact of marriage received without a statement as to what county in Minnesota the credentials are recorded in will not be accepted.
Filing Requirements
Ministers of any religious denomination may file a copy of their credential of license or ordination with our office by mail or in person. The original of your credential, license or ordination will be returned to the mailing address furnished.
Registering by Mail
If registering by mail, complete the Certificate of Filing and sign the form in front of a Notary Public. Mail the Certificate of Filing, a photo copy of your State issued driver's license or identification card and the original of your credential, license or ordination to:
Pope County Recorder
130 East Minnesota Ave, Suite 206
Glenwood, MN 56334
Registering in Person
If registering in person, bring the original of your credential, license or ordination to:
Pope County Recorder’s Office
130 East Minnesota Ave, Suite 206
Glenwood, MN 56334
You will also need to provide your driver's license or identification card. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information or questions call 320.634.7840.
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