How to Get Married in Menominee County, Wisconsin

To get married in Menominee County, Wisconsin, you need a valid photo ID, $55 for the license fee, and both applicants must appear at the County Clerk's office at W3269 Courthouse Lane. The license is valid for 60 days after a 3-day waiting period, and the application day does not count toward the wait.

$55
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

Menominee County requires an appointment. Contact the County Clerk's office to schedule.

Visit the Menominee County Clerk's office together

Both applicants must appear in person at W3269 Courthouse Lane, Keshena, WI 54135.

Bring these documents:

  • Valid driver's license, state id, or tribal id with current address (or 2 pieces of current mail)
  • Social security number
  • Certified birth certificate (no copies accepted)
  • Proof of residence
  • Officiant name, address, and phone number
  • Divorce decree or death certificate if previously married
  • All documents not in English must be translated by a certified or professional translator.

Pay the $55 license fee

Accepted: Cash, Check, and Debit/Credit 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.

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
Misty Wayka
Menominee County, Wisconsin
Address
W3269 Courthouse Lane
Keshena, WI 54135
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Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Appointment
Required. Contact the County Clerk's office to schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a marriage license cost in Menominee County?

A marriage license in Menominee County, Wisconsin costs $55. Payment is accepted via Cash, Check, and Debit/Credit Card.

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

Generally, no. Wisconsin requires a 3-day waiting period before a marriage license becomes valid. The application day does not count toward the wait.

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

Yes. Both applicants must appear in person at the Menominee County County Clerk's office at W3269 Courthouse Lane, Keshena, WI 54135.

What are the Menominee County Clerk's office hours?

The Menominee County County Clerk's office is open Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Appointments are required. Contact the clerk's office to schedule..

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

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