1. How to Become a Minister in Washington County

If you haven't already, you'll want to get ordained as a ULC minister by clicking the button below. Get Ordainedâ„¢ offers ordination through Universal Life Church within moments and completely free of charge. All you have to do is sign up, fill out a short form, and you'll be a legally ordained minister, able to officiate weddings and more. Sign up today!

Important Info for Ministers in Washington County

ULC Ordination Accepted:
Yes
Minister Registration Required:
Yes
Documents Required:
N/A
Minister's Residency:
Irrelevant
Minister's Minimum Age:
18

2. Learn Washington County Marriage Requirements

Once you're ordained, the next thing you'll want to do is contact the office in Washington County that handles marriage licenses. You'll want to tell them that you're an ordained minister officiating a wedding, and ask what documentation they want to see from you in order to officiate a wedding. You can find the Washington County office's contact information below.

Office Address:
14949 62nd Street N.
Stillwater, MN 55082
Office Phone Number:
(651) 430-6175

3. Who Can Officiate a Wedding in Washington County?

If you're ordained as a minister of the Universal Life Church, you can! Many couples are choosing to both cut costs and personalize their event by enlisting a close family friend or loved one to officiate their ceremony.

The couple could ask anyone, but they've asked you to forever be a part of their love story! Consider it a great honor. It's important to note that not everyone knows that this is even an option. If you know someone who has an upcoming wedding, you might consider asking who is performing their ceremony, and let them know that you're available if needed. Who knows, you might just get a reputation as a go-to officiant!

Average Cost of a Wedding in Washington County:
$28,000

4. What You'll Need to Officiate in Washington County

The office in Washington County will be able to tell you what you'll need to pick up from our online store in order to perform a wedding. One of the most popular options for ministers in Washington County is the Ordination Kit!

Now you can get to the fun part: officiating the wedding itself. Whether it's your first time performing a wedding, or you just need to refresh your memory, we suggest taking a look at our wedding training center, which is full of all the resources you'll need to give the couple the wedding they deserve.

5. How Washington County Marriage Licenses Work

With the ceremony complete, the last - and most important - responsibility remains: Signing and returning the marriage license. A marriage license in Washington County is valid for 6 months, so don't delay. Keep in mind that once the marriage license has been obtained, there is no mandatory waiting period before the wedding ceremony can happen. Also note that the marriage license must be returned to the office that issued it within the time limit given after it has been signed.

Remember, this is a legal document! Take your time to ensure that it's been filled out properly before it is returned to the issuing office. If you need in-depth instructions on how to fill it out, take a look at our marriage license training page for assistance.

Marriage License Waiting Period:
0 Days
Marriage License Valid For:
6 Months
Return Within:
5 Days

6. Performing a Wedding in Washington County

The Croix River borders the eastern edge of Washington County, making it a water-lover's paradise. Even for those not so keen on boating or swimming will love the scenic riverfront views in Stillwater, or the prairies and conifer forests of Woodbury to the western edge of the county. If couples want a picturesque wedding location that's not too far from the Twin Cities, they certainly can't go wrong anywhere in Washington County.

7. What You Should Do Now for a Wedding in Washington County

Washington County is no exception when it comes to the reputation of long, frigid Minnesota winters; if you're planning to participate in a wedding here, you may want to aim for the summer months.

You know the ins and outs of officiating weddings in Washington County now, but don't forget to sign up as a ULC minister for free by clicking the button below!

With this first step conquered, you'll be officiating fully legal weddings in Washington County in no time!