How to Get Married in Burnett County, Wisconsin

To get married in Burnett County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $75 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 7410 County Road K, Room 150. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$75
License Fee
3
Day Waiting Period
Application day does not count
60
Days License Valid
2
Witnesses Required

How It Works

Pick your date, county, and officiant

The clerk records all three on your license, so you need them before you apply. You can apply in any Wisconsin county, even if your ceremony is in a different one. Browse officiants on BareVows.

Schedule an appointment

Burnett County requires an appointment. Call (715) 349-2173 to schedule.

Visit the Burnett County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 7410 County Road K, Room 150, Siren, WI 54872.

Bring these documents:

  • Proof of residence (past 30 days)
  • Certified birth certificate
  • Social security number
  • Divorce/annulment/death certificate if previously married
  • Officiant name/address/phone/email
  • Wedding date and location (county, city/village/township)
  • Names of two adult witnesses (one if one party is active military)
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $75 license fee

Accepted: Cash, Check, Credit Card, and Debit Card

Wait 3 full days

The application day does not count toward the waiting period. For example, apply on Monday and your license is valid starting Friday. Burnett County offers a waiver for $10 at the clerk's discretion, which can reduce or eliminate the waiting period.

Have your ceremony

Your officiant performs the ceremony within 60 days of your license being issued. Two witnesses must be present to sign the marriage license.

Return the signed marriage license

Return the signed marriage license within 3 days after your ceremony. File it with the Register of Deeds (not the County Clerk) of any Wisconsin county. The document must be completed in unfading black ink.

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Next step: contact the clerk

Schedule your marriage license appointment. Both applicants must appear in person.

County Clerk
Wanda Hinrichs
Burnett County, Wisconsin
Address
7410 County Road K, Room 150
Siren, WI 54872
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed weekends and legal holidays) (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (no applications after 3:30 PM without prior arrangement))
Appointment
Required. Call (715) 349-2173 to schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Burnett County?

A marriage license in Burnett County, Wisconsin costs $75. Payment is accepted via Cash, Check, Credit Card, and Debit Card.

Can I get a marriage license the same day in Burnett County?

Yes, with a waiver. Wisconsin has a 3-day waiting period, but Burnett County offers a $10 waiver at the clerk's discretion that can eliminate the wait. Apply for the waiver when you submit your application.

Do both people need to be present to get a marriage license in Burnett County?

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Burnett County County Clerk's office at 7410 County Road K, Room 150, Siren, WI 54872.

What are the Burnett County Clerk's office hours?

The Burnett County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed weekends and legal holidays) (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (no applications after 3:30 PM without prior arrangement)). Appointments are required. call.

Can a non-U.S. citizen get a marriage license in Burnett County?

Yes. Non-U.S. citizens can get married in Burnett County, Wisconsin. Wisconsin accepts alternative documents if your birth certificate is unobtainable, including passport, REAL ID, permanent resident card, or naturalization papers. All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator. You, your partner, and your relatives may not translate your own documents. No visa or residency status is required.