Marriage Licenses

Applying for a Marriage License

  • Both applicants must apply in person at the Meeker County Treasurer Office.
  • Marriage Application can be filled out prior to visiting the Meeker County Treasurer.
  • Identification and Social Security numbers for each party is required.
  • If either or both applicants has/have been married previously, information regarding the termination of the most recent marriage is required.
  • Fees:No refunds.  

 

Premarital Education Certificate

Couples can receive a discounted marriage license application fee by obtaining a Premarital Education Certificate that states they have received at least 12 hours of premarital education that includes the use of a premarital inventory and the teaching of communication and conflict management skills. The certificate from the person who provided the premarital education must be in the format defined by MS 517.08 Subd. 1b(c). 


Obtaining a Certified Marriage Record

  • Request certified marriage record:  Certified Marriage Record 
  • Information needed to obtain a certified marriage record: Groom's name / Applicant #1, bride's name / Applicant #2 before marriage, and date of marriage.
  • Records of marriage applied for in Meeker County are on file from 1858 to the present.
  • Fee: $9
  • Send above information and payment to:
    Meeker County Treasurer
    325 Sibley Avenue N
    Litchfield, MN 55355
    Phone: 320-693-5345