To officiate at a wedding, you must file your credentials of ordination at least one day prior to the wedding. This can be done at any Minnesota county. You can register a certificate of ordination or license of ministry by mail. If mailing, include the required forms listed below along with the fee. To file your credentials in person at Carver County, bring the following items to our office:

• Copy of your License or Certificate of Ordination
• The completed Certificate of Filing Form.
• Driver's License.
• $20 Filing Fee. We accept cash, checks or credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard & Discover). 

Location and Hours: 

Carver County Land Records & Vitals Department
600 E. 4th Street
Chaska, MN 55318

Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact our office at 952-361-1901.

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