**PUBLIC NOTICE/HEARING**
**No Passports, Marriage Licenses, or Business Licenses will be issued on Election Day (Sept. 5, 2023)**
**No Passports, Marriage Licenses, or Business Licenses will be issued on Election Day (Sept. 5, 2023)**
County Clerk
We hope the information available to you at this time will be beneficial. My door is always open to you. If you have any suggestions or questions regarding the services provided by the Clerk’s Office, feel free to call or email.
Linda Christiansen:
160 North Main, Suite 202 Manti, UT 84642
Office Hours: M – TH 8am to 6pm, Fri. 8am to Noon.
No Walk-ins will be accepted 1 hour before closing.
Closed: Sat.- Sun. & Holidays.
Phone: 435-835-2131 Ext. 5
Linda Christiansen:
160 North Main, Suite 202 Manti, UT 84642
Office Hours: M – TH 8am to 6pm, Fri. 8am to Noon.
No Walk-ins will be accepted 1 hour before closing.
Closed: Sat.- Sun. & Holidays.
Phone: 435-835-2131 Ext. 5
ADA Accessible entrance on South Side of the building.
County Commission Meeting
Commission meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The Municipal Building Authority (MBA) meetings are held from time to time as the Board of Trustees deems necessary. When held, meetings of the MBA Board will usually be on the dates listed below at 1:00 P.M., with the Commission Meeting following. Notice of all meetings will be posted 24 hours in advance.
All meetings will be held in the Commission Chambers (Room #101) at the Sanpete County Courthouse, 160 North Main Manti, Utah. It is mandatory for anyone wishing to meet with the Commissioners or MBA to schedule an appointment with the County Clerk 48 hours in advance of said meeting. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations should contact the clerk’s office at least 3 working days in advance.
*Sanpete County Board Meeting Rules of Order and Procedure Policy*
*2023 Commission & MBA Meeting Schedule
Meeting Agendas, Minutes & Recordings are on the Utah Public Notice Website
***Recording for June 20, 2023 may be individually requested by calling or emailing the Clerk's Office, we have been unable to upload the recording to the Utah Public Notice Website due to the size of recording.***
Commission meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The Municipal Building Authority (MBA) meetings are held from time to time as the Board of Trustees deems necessary. When held, meetings of the MBA Board will usually be on the dates listed below at 1:00 P.M., with the Commission Meeting following. Notice of all meetings will be posted 24 hours in advance.
All meetings will be held in the Commission Chambers (Room #101) at the Sanpete County Courthouse, 160 North Main Manti, Utah. It is mandatory for anyone wishing to meet with the Commissioners or MBA to schedule an appointment with the County Clerk 48 hours in advance of said meeting. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations should contact the clerk’s office at least 3 working days in advance.
*Sanpete County Board Meeting Rules of Order and Procedure Policy*
*2023 Commission & MBA Meeting Schedule
Meeting Agendas, Minutes & Recordings are on the Utah Public Notice Website
***Recording for June 20, 2023 may be individually requested by calling or emailing the Clerk's Office, we have been unable to upload the recording to the Utah Public Notice Website due to the size of recording.***
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Marriage Information
Looking to purchase a license? Complete this form and email it to clerk@sanpetecountyutah.gov.
Cost: *License $50.00 *Ceremony at Courthouse during business hours: $50.00 *Ceremony afterhours: Starts at $75.00
Officiants in Utah: Any ordained minister who is at least 18 years of age, Native American spiritual advisors, the Governor, Mayors, Justices of the Peace, Judges or Commissioners, County Clerks, President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives, retired Judges or Magistrates, U.S. Judges or Magistrates may perform weddings. The County Clerk can now appoint a designee of your choice to perform a marriage. Please check with the clerk for details.
Utah Marriage Commission
The purpose of the Utah Marriage Commission is to encourage a healthy culture of strong marriage and stable families. The Commission promotes programs that educate individuals and couples on how to achieve strong and successful relationships between spouses and parents and children.
For free marriage resources including assessments, webinars, courses, handbooks, and podcasts visit StrongerMarriage.org
Sanpete County Marriage Search- 19,000+ records from 1851 to 2020.
1851-1950 1951-1999 2000-2020
Western States Marriage Search Looking for a copy of a marriage license? Marriage licenses are filed with the county that issued the license, not the county where the marriage occurred. This index shows the date range of marriage licenses for each of the counties in Utah. One search could find the license, or at least narrow your search. Phone numbers are included so that you can call the county to obtain a copy of the license, or to complete your search.
Looking to purchase a license? Complete this form and email it to clerk@sanpetecountyutah.gov.
Cost: *License $50.00 *Ceremony at Courthouse during business hours: $50.00 *Ceremony afterhours: Starts at $75.00
Officiants in Utah: Any ordained minister who is at least 18 years of age, Native American spiritual advisors, the Governor, Mayors, Justices of the Peace, Judges or Commissioners, County Clerks, President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives, retired Judges or Magistrates, U.S. Judges or Magistrates may perform weddings. The County Clerk can now appoint a designee of your choice to perform a marriage. Please check with the clerk for details.
Utah Marriage Commission
The purpose of the Utah Marriage Commission is to encourage a healthy culture of strong marriage and stable families. The Commission promotes programs that educate individuals and couples on how to achieve strong and successful relationships between spouses and parents and children.
For free marriage resources including assessments, webinars, courses, handbooks, and podcasts visit StrongerMarriage.org
Sanpete County Marriage Search- 19,000+ records from 1851 to 2020.
1851-1950 1951-1999 2000-2020
Western States Marriage Search Looking for a copy of a marriage license? Marriage licenses are filed with the county that issued the license, not the county where the marriage occurred. This index shows the date range of marriage licenses for each of the counties in Utah. One search could find the license, or at least narrow your search. Phone numbers are included so that you can call the county to obtain a copy of the license, or to complete your search.
Passports
The Clerk/Deputy Clerks can process your passport application:
Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Closed Weekends & Holidays
Forms and Information
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I apply for a passport?
-Check or money order made out to the U.S. Department of State. (NOTE: “Counter checks” and “Starter checks” will not be accepted by the Department of State.)
-Any form of payment for the Sanpete County processing fee.
-Passport application completed in black ink. (Yes, the Department of State requires that you include your social security number on the application.)
-Original birth certificate (or other proof of citizenship).
-Current photo ID.
-2” x 2” passport photo. (Our office may take the pictures, or the closest is Ephraim Walmart.)
Can I get a passport photo at your office?
-Yes, there is a $15.00 fee.
How much does a passport cost?
-That depends on whether you want a passport book or card, are an adult or minor, and if you want your passport sent expedited or routine delivery. Please see the Passport Fees Chart
What is the difference between a passport book and passport card?
-A passport book is what people typically think of when they think of a passport. It is good for any kind of travel anywhere in the world. A passport card is about the same size and shape as a driver’s license. It is valid only for travel by land and by sea to the following locations: Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. The passport card is not valid for air travel to any country.
Do I need an appointment?
-no
When is the best time to apply in office?
- Earlier in the day and earlier in the week is the best.
How long will submitting an application take?
-Processing a single passport application can take 30 minutes. If you have several passports to process, please arrive earlier in the day to allow us time to complete all of the applications.
How long will it take to receive my passport?
-Department of State estimates are that routine service will take 10 to 13 weeks to get your passport in the mail after turning in your application. If you expedite the process (for an additional $60.00 fee), it can take 7 to 9 weeks. If you apply for your passport with routine service and need it more quickly than 5 weeks, you can contact the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) for assistance at 1-877-487-2778.If you need your passport in less than two weeks, please contact a Department of State Passport Agency directly to request an appointment with them. You can learn more about that process through these links:
General Information on Where to Apply
List of Passport Agencies
What if the passport is for a minor under 16 years old?
-Both parents listed on the child's birth certificate must be present with photo ID. The child must also be present.
If a parent’s name does not match the name on the birth certificate, supporting documents will need to be included that explain the name change. Any supporting documents (i.e. divorce decree, death certificate, marriage license, etc.) need to be either the original or a certified copy. If one parent absolutely cannot be present, they can fill out a Statement of Consent to be brought with the parent that can be present. They must also provide a copy of the front and back of the ID of the absent parent. For additional information on parental consent, including what to do if one parent cannot be present, or if one parent has sole custody, please see the U.S. Department of State – Children Under 16 information page.
What if I need to renew, update, or change something on my passport?
-We do not handle any of those through our office. You will need to send your renewal application or passport change form directly to the US Department of State. You can learn more about that here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
Renewal Exceptions (these can be done through our office):
Adult passport expired for more than 5 years: You will need to submit a new application.
Renewing a child’s passport: You will need to submit a new application.
What do I need if doing a Hand Carry?
Hand Carries are a complicated process. In order for us to accept a Hand Carry application, there are specific requirements.
The Clerk/Deputy Clerks can process your passport application:
Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Closed Weekends & Holidays
Forms and Information
- DO NOT PAY FOR PASSPORT APPLICATION FORMS FROM ANY WEBSITE. They can be obtained free from the Clerk office, travel.state.gov, or any registered acceptance agency.
- U.S. Passport Application
- U.S. Passport Renewal Application, if less than five years expired and over 15 years old
- U.S. Passport Fees --- A personal check, cashiers check or money order is required to pay for book/card and is sent with the application
- Travel Advisories
- The Clerk's office does not issue passports, we are an acceptance facility.
- The completed application, fees, and all documents are sent to the processing facility, who then issues the passports.
- For more information about U.S. Passports, please visit: travel.state.gov
- For questions regarding your passport application status, please contact the National Passport Information Center directly either by calling 1-877-487-2778 or by emailing NPIC@state.gov.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I apply for a passport?
- 160 N. Main St. Suite #202 Manti, Utah 84642
- The passport applicant needs to be present when submitting the application. (You can’t have someone else turn it in for you.)
-Check or money order made out to the U.S. Department of State. (NOTE: “Counter checks” and “Starter checks” will not be accepted by the Department of State.)
-Any form of payment for the Sanpete County processing fee.
-Passport application completed in black ink. (Yes, the Department of State requires that you include your social security number on the application.)
-Original birth certificate (or other proof of citizenship).
-Current photo ID.
-2” x 2” passport photo. (Our office may take the pictures, or the closest is Ephraim Walmart.)
Can I get a passport photo at your office?
-Yes, there is a $15.00 fee.
How much does a passport cost?
-That depends on whether you want a passport book or card, are an adult or minor, and if you want your passport sent expedited or routine delivery. Please see the Passport Fees Chart
What is the difference between a passport book and passport card?
-A passport book is what people typically think of when they think of a passport. It is good for any kind of travel anywhere in the world. A passport card is about the same size and shape as a driver’s license. It is valid only for travel by land and by sea to the following locations: Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. The passport card is not valid for air travel to any country.
Do I need an appointment?
-no
When is the best time to apply in office?
- Earlier in the day and earlier in the week is the best.
How long will submitting an application take?
-Processing a single passport application can take 30 minutes. If you have several passports to process, please arrive earlier in the day to allow us time to complete all of the applications.
How long will it take to receive my passport?
-Department of State estimates are that routine service will take 10 to 13 weeks to get your passport in the mail after turning in your application. If you expedite the process (for an additional $60.00 fee), it can take 7 to 9 weeks. If you apply for your passport with routine service and need it more quickly than 5 weeks, you can contact the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) for assistance at 1-877-487-2778.If you need your passport in less than two weeks, please contact a Department of State Passport Agency directly to request an appointment with them. You can learn more about that process through these links:
General Information on Where to Apply
List of Passport Agencies
What if the passport is for a minor under 16 years old?
-Both parents listed on the child's birth certificate must be present with photo ID. The child must also be present.
If a parent’s name does not match the name on the birth certificate, supporting documents will need to be included that explain the name change. Any supporting documents (i.e. divorce decree, death certificate, marriage license, etc.) need to be either the original or a certified copy. If one parent absolutely cannot be present, they can fill out a Statement of Consent to be brought with the parent that can be present. They must also provide a copy of the front and back of the ID of the absent parent. For additional information on parental consent, including what to do if one parent cannot be present, or if one parent has sole custody, please see the U.S. Department of State – Children Under 16 information page.
What if I need to renew, update, or change something on my passport?
-We do not handle any of those through our office. You will need to send your renewal application or passport change form directly to the US Department of State. You can learn more about that here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
Renewal Exceptions (these can be done through our office):
Adult passport expired for more than 5 years: You will need to submit a new application.
Renewing a child’s passport: You will need to submit a new application.
What do I need if doing a Hand Carry?
Hand Carries are a complicated process. In order for us to accept a Hand Carry application, there are specific requirements.
- From the Hand Carry Company, we will need a Letter of Authorization.
- You must demonstrate one of these two conditions:
- An imminent travel need (less than 14 calendar days)
- A need for one or more visas with proof of travel within four weeks.
- Proof of imminent travel can include:
- Photocopy of airline tickets.
- Travel itinerary or reservation.
- Letter from an employer, on company letterhead, indicating urgent business travel or a condition that all employees maintain a valid passport.
- A congressional or federal agency referral letter.
Other Information: