How to Officiate a Wedding in Douglas County, Nebraska

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Douglas County follows Nebraska state marriage law — no waiting period, no registration required, and your FSM ordination is all you need to officiate. This page covers the local details: where to get the marriage license, what it costs, and what to know about doing it here.

Getting the Marriage License

The couple needs to get their marriage license before the wedding. Here’s where to go in Douglas County:

Douglas County Clerk
(402) 444-7018 · clerk.douglascounty-ne.gov

Fee $34.00
Online application No — apply in person
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

These details come from Nebraska state law — see the full Nebraska wedding guide for more.

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period None
License valid for 1 year
Witnesses needed 2 witnesses required
Return deadline Within 15 days
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