Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in Nevada.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: June, July & August (avg 67°F)
Scenic settings for a ceremony: Ambrosetti Pond, East Peak Lake & Little Alkali Lake
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × Nevada's 2023 CDC marriage rate. Ceremony months: NOAA county climate normals, 1995–2024. Places: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
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Plan aheadno waiting period — marry the same day you get the license · 2 witnesses must sign
Online ordination accepted
Registration required
Documents typically requested:
Nevada requires a Certificate of Permission to Perform Marriages from the county clerk. Fees vary by county. Contact the county clerk for specific requirements.
Nevada allows ordained ministers to perform marriages. Ministers should obtain a Certificate of Permission from the county clerk.
Nevada Rev. Stat. § 122.062Douglas County Clerk's Office
1616 8th St, 2nd Floor, Minden, NV 89423
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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 Douglas County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (775) 782-9014 and confirm that Douglas County accepts your online ordination. Ask about any documents you’ll need to present.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your ordination certificate, photo id, certificate of permission application 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 — Douglas County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. Nevada requires a Certificate of Permission to Perform Marriages from the county clerk. Fees vary by county. Contact the county clerk for specific requirements.
Yes. Register with the county clerk. Bring: Ordination certificate, Photo ID, Certificate of Permission application.
2 witnesses must sign the marriage license.
Douglas County Clerk's Office — 1616 8th St, 2nd Floor, Minden, NV 89423 — phone (775) 782-9014.
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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.