Instant certificate. Valid for life. Legally recognized in North Dakota.
Get Ordained NowBest months for an outdoor ceremony here: June, July & August (avg 66°F)
Scenic settings for a ceremony: Bear Lake, Bear Island & Bergen Lake
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2023 Population Estimates, ACS 5-year estimates & 2020 Census. Wedding estimate: population × North Dakota'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
No registration required
Documents typically requested:
North Dakota accepts online ordinations with no registration required. Verify with the county judge.
North Dakota allows ordained ministers to perform marriages without prior registration.
North Dakota Century Code § 14-03-09Bottineau County Clerk's Office
314 W 5th St, Suite 1, Bottineau, ND 58318
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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 Bottineau County County clerk before officiating.
Confirm Requirements
Call (701) 228-3983 and confirm that Bottineau 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 — Bottineau County accepts online ordination for wedding officiants. North Dakota accepts online ordinations with no registration required. Verify with the county judge.
No — Bottineau County does not require officiants to register before performing a wedding.
2 witnesses must sign the marriage license.
Bottineau County Clerk's Office — 314 W 5th St, Suite 1, Bottineau, ND 58318 — phone (701) 228-3983.
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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.