Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Minnesota.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: June, July & August (avg 65°F)
Scenic settings for a ceremony: Nymore Beach, Ahlin Lake & Potato Islands
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × Minnesota's 2023 CDC marriage rate. Ceremony months: NOAA county climate normals, 1995–2024. Places: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
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Plan ahead5 days (may be waived by judge) waiting period after getting the license · 2 witnesses must sign
Online ordination accepted
Registration required
Documents typically requested:
Minnesota requires filing ordination credentials with the court administrator in the county where the ceremony will take place.
Minnesota allows ordained ministers and other religious officials to solemnize marriages. The minister must file credentials with the local court.
Minnesota Stat. § 517.04Beltrami County Clerk's Office
701 Minnesota Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
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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 Beltrami County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (218) 333-4170 and confirm that Beltrami County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate, photo id 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 — Beltrami County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Minnesota requires filing ordination credentials with the court administrator in the county where the ceremony will take place.
Yes. Register with the county clerk. Bring: Ordination certificate, Photo ID.
2 witnesses must sign the marriage license.
Beltrami County Clerk's Office — 701 Minnesota Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 — phone (218) 333-4170.
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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.