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How to Officiate a Wedding in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Serving Milwaukee, West Allis, Franklin, Oak Creek…
Milwaukee County follows Wisconsin state marriage law — 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 Milwaukee County:
Milwaukee County Clerk
901 N 9th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 278-4067 · county.milwaukee.gov
| Fee | $120.00 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm |
| Online application | No — apply in person |
| Both parties present? | Yes |
| ID required | Valid government-issued photo ID |
Good to know:
- WI 6-day waiting period (waivable by judge)
Quick Reference
These details come from Wisconsin state law — see the full Wisconsin wedding guide for more.
| Can an FSM minister sign the license? | Yes |
| Registration required? | None |
| Waiting period | Waiting period: 5–6 days (longest in country) |
| License valid for | 30 days |
| Witnesses needed | 2 adult witnesses — most sources agree |
| Return deadline | Within 3 days |
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- Paper Certificate of Ordination
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