Marriage records in Goodhue County, Minnesota, are available through several channels. GoodhueCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. The official custodian of these records is the Goodhue County Recorder's Office, where marriage licenses are issued and marriage certificates are filed. You can also request records in person at the Government Center in Red Wing or submit a request by mail.
Goodhue Marriage Records Search
The Goodhue County Recorder's Office is the issuing authority for marriage licenses and the official repository for marriage records in the county, as designated under Minnesota law. The office maintains records of all marriage licenses issued in Goodhue County, along with completed marriage certificates returned after the ceremony. Historical marriage records dating back to the county's early years are also held by this office.
The Recorder's collection includes:
- Marriage license applications
- Issued marriage licenses
- Filed marriage certificates (returned after solemnization)
- Historical and older marriage records
For land record documents — which sometimes come up during genealogical research alongside marriage records — the county also offers the RecordEASE Web Access portal.
Goodhue County Recorder's Office
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Goodhue
Fees for marriage record services in Goodhue County are set by the Recorder's Office in accordance with Minnesota statutes. The following table reflects standard county fees. Contact the Recorder's Office directly to confirm current amounts before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage license application | $115.00 |
| Certified copy of marriage certificate | $9.00 |
| Additional certified copy (same order) | $3.00 |
These fees are based on the standard Minnesota county recorder fee schedule. Payment methods accepted at the office typically include check and money order; contact the office to ask about credit or debit card acceptance. Processing for in-person requests is usually completed the same day. Mail requests may take one to two weeks depending on volume.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Goodhue
There are several ways to obtain a copy of a marriage certificate from Goodhue County.
In Person
Visit the Goodhue County Recorder's Office at the Government Center:
Walk-in requests are accepted during regular business hours. Bring a valid photo ID. Staff can typically process certified copies while you wait.
By Mail
To request a marriage certificate by mail, send the following to the Recorder's Office at the address above:
- A written request that includes the full names of both spouses, the approximate date of the marriage, and your contact information
- The applicable fee (check or money order payable to Goodhue County Recorder)
- A copy of your valid photo ID
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Online
The Minnesota Department of Health manages statewide vital records and may offer online ordering for marriage certificates through its vital records portal. You can also check with the Recorder's Office to ask whether Goodhue County participates in any online ordering system. For general information about accessing records statewide, the Minnesota State Law Library provides guidance on locating various types of public records.
If you need a marriage record for a legal proceeding filed in Goodhue County District Court, the Goodhue County District Court in Red Wing may also have relevant case documents. Court records can be searched through Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO), though marriage certificates themselves are maintained by the Recorder, not the court.