How to Get Married in Dunn County, Wisconsin

To get married in Dunn County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $100 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at 3001 US Hwy 12 E., Suite 102B. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$100
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

Dunn County requires an appointment. call_or_email.

Visit the Dunn County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at 3001 US Hwy 12 E., Suite 102B, Menomonie, WI 54751.

Bring these documents:

  • Certified birth certificate with raised seal from register of deeds or state registrar (no hospital certificates or photocopies)
  • Current driver's license or state-issued photo id
  • Proof of current address where lived for past 30 days (driver's license, lease, utility bill, phone bill — no po boxes)
  • Social security number (card not required)
  • Divorce judgment signed by judge or stamped by court, or death certificate if previously married
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $100 license fee

Accepted: Cash, Check, Credit, and Debit

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. Dunn County offers a waiver for $25 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
Andrew Mercil
Dunn County, Wisconsin
Address
3001 US Hwy 12 E., Suite 102B
Menomonie, WI 54751
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Appointment
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Dunn County?

A marriage license in Dunn County, Wisconsin costs $100. Payment is accepted via Cash, Check, Credit, and Debit.

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

Yes, with a waiver. Wisconsin has a 3-day waiting period, but Dunn County offers a $25 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 Dunn County?

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Dunn County County Clerk's office at 3001 US Hwy 12 E., Suite 102B, Menomonie, WI 54751.

What are the Dunn County Clerk's office hours?

The Dunn County County Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (marriage license hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM). Appointments are required. call_or_email.

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

Yes. Non-U.S. citizens can get married in Dunn 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.