Burnsville Marriage Records
Burnsville marriage records are issued and maintained by Dakota County. Like all Minnesota cities, Burnsville does not issue marriage licenses on its own. Residents go to a Dakota County service center to apply. The closest office is the Northern Service Center in West St. Paul. This page covers which offices serve Burnsville, what you need to bring, the current fees, and how to search or request certified copies of Burnsville marriage records.
Burnsville Quick Facts
Where to Get a Marriage License in Burnsville
Burnsville residents apply for marriage licenses at a Dakota County service center. There is no county license office inside Burnsville city limits, so the nearest option is the Northern Service Center in West St. Paul. The Hastings Administration Center is the main county office and is also available. You must complete an online application at moms.mn.gov before your in-person visit. Both parties must appear together to sign and pay.
Dakota County handles all marriage license applications, certified copy requests, and vital records for Burnsville. The city itself does not get involved in the process. If you call Burnsville city hall about a marriage license, they will direct you to Dakota County.
| Nearest Office | Dakota County Northern Service Center |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 Mendota Road West, West St. Paul, MN 55118 |
| Phone | 651-554-6531 |
| Also Available | Dakota County Admin Center, 1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN (651-438-4312) |
| nscservicedesk@co.dakota.mn.us | |
| Website | co.dakota.mn.us/Government/Departments/RecorderVitalStatistics |
From Burnsville, the Northern Service Center in West St. Paul is the most practical choice. It is accessible via I-35E heading north. If you prefer the Hastings location, that office is about 20 miles southeast on Highway 55.
The City of Burnsville official website provides city services and can help you find general government contacts, but all marriage license services are handled by Dakota County, not the city.
For marriage license applications, certified copies, and record searches, go directly to Dakota County or contact them at 651-554-6531.
Marriage License Requirements
Both applicants must appear in person at a Dakota County service center with valid photo ID. Driver's licenses, passports, and state IDs are all accepted. Your Social Security number is required at the time of application. Under Minnesota Statute 517.08, both parties must be at least 18 years old.
If either person was previously married, bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or a death certificate. Dakota County will not issue a new license without this documentation. Bring original certified documents, not photocopies.
The license is valid for six months from the date issued and works anywhere in Minnesota. There is no waiting period. The person performing the ceremony must be authorized under Minnesota Statute 517.04. The officiant must return the completed license to Dakota County within five days of the ceremony under Minnesota Statute 517.10.
Burnsville Marriage License Fees
Dakota County charges $125 for a standard marriage license. If both applicants complete an approved 12-hour premarital education course, the fee drops to $50. Proof of the class must be provided at the time of application. Certified copies of the marriage record cost $9 per copy. Order them when you apply or request them later by contacting Dakota County at 651-554-6531.
Note: Always confirm current fees before your visit since amounts can change. Call ahead or check the Dakota County website for the latest information.
Search Burnsville Marriage Records Online
The Minnesota MOMS system at moms.mn.gov covers Dakota County marriage records and lets you search Burnsville marriages by name for free. The tool returns basic information like party names and the license date. This is a public resource available to anyone who needs to verify a marriage or locate a record.
MOMS is a search and pre-application tool. It does not issue certified copies. For official copies that carry legal weight, contact Dakota County directly at 651-554-6531 or visit the Northern Service Center or the Hastings Administration Center. Certified copies are required for name changes, immigration filings, and other legal purposes.
Older records not in MOMS may be available through the Minnesota Historical Society at mnhs.org. The MNHS holds historical Dakota County marriage records and is a useful resource for genealogy research.
Nearby Cities
Burnsville is in the southern Twin Cities metro. Several nearby cities have their own marriage records pages.
Dakota County Marriage Records
All marriage licenses and official records for Burnsville are maintained by Dakota County. Visit the county page for full details on all service centers, fees, and certified copy requests.