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The Declaration of Intent is the well-known part of the wedding ceremony where the officiant asks the couple if they want to marry each other. This is where you get to say the famous words, "Do you ... take ... to be your lawfully wedded... ".

But you do need a Minnesota Marriage license in order to get married in the state of Minnesota. Since the State of Minnesota does not have a waiting period, please make sure you arrive a few days prior to your wedding so you can apply and get your license.

Minnesota Marriage License Requirements Legal names of both applicants. Current addresses. Dates of birth. State/country where each person was born. County in which each applicant lives. Social security numbers. Information on any previous marriages. Full name the applicants intend to have after the marriage.

If either partner is under 18, parental consent forms must be signed. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you are under 16 you can not marry without a court order.

If you would like to have a civil marriage ceremony in the courthouse, you must contact a judge who can perform a wedding ceremony. Minnesota does not have any Justices of the Peace. Search or call the judge's chambers to schedule your ceremony or see their listed numbers online.

To be legally married in Minnesota you have to apply for a marriage license. It doesn't matter what MN county you get your license from as long as you get married in Minnesota. You have to be married by someone authorized to perform marriages. Then you get a marriage certificate that shows you are legally married.