Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Kansas.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: May, June & September (avg 68°F)
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × Kansas's 2023 CDC marriage rate. Ceremony months: NOAA county climate normals, 1995–2024.
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Plan ahead3 days (may be waived) waiting period after getting the license · 2 witnesses must sign
Online ordination accepted
No registration required
Documents typically requested:
Kansas accepts online ordinations. Verify with the district court clerk.
Kansas allows ordained ministers and other religious officials to solemnize marriages.
Kansas Stat. § 23-2504Smith County Clerk's Office
218 South Grant Street, Smith Center, KS 66967
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Get ordained online through the Church of Pride for $20. Your ordination is instant, valid for life, and recognized under First Amendment protections. Confirm local requirements with the Smith County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (785) 282-5110 and confirm that Smith County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate ready for the ceremony and to present to the clerk if asked.
Perform the Ceremony
Officiate the wedding ceremony. Make sure both parties and any required witnesses sign the marriage license. Keep the tone personal and celebratory — this is their day.
Return the License
Return the signed marriage license before the deadline — confirm timing with the clerk’s office. This is a critical step — the marriage isn’t official until the license is filed.
Yes — Smith County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Kansas accepts online ordinations. Verify with the district court clerk.
No — Smith County does not require officiants to register before performing a wedding.
2 witnesses must sign the marriage license.
Smith County Clerk's Office — 218 South Grant Street, Smith Center, KS 66967 — phone (785) 282-5110.
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Get Ordained — $20Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Marriage laws change frequently and can vary by county. Always verify current requirements with the local county clerk's office before officiating any ceremony. Information was last reviewed 2026-02-20.