Domestic Partnership Registration

Domestic Partnership Registration

The establishment of a Domestic Partnership Registration allows cohabitating but unmarried or otherwise unrelated couples to register as domestic partners for a nominal fee. Registrants receive a certificate verifying their registration.

Registering as domestic partners may provide eligibility for certain benefits or protections voluntarily offered by employers. It may also be used to establish recognition as a health care agent for a domestic partner.

Eligibility

The program is open to individuals who can provide identification and proof of cohabitation. Residency in the City of South St. Paul is not required.

Program Administration

  • The program is administered by the City Clerk’s Office.
  • The registration fee is $25.00 per partnership.
  • Registrations remain in effect indefinitely unless terminated by one of the partners.

Amending a Registration

To amend a Domestic Partnership Registration (such as a legal name change or change of address), individuals must submit an Amendment Form and pay a $25.00 Amendment Fee. Amendments cannot be used to replace one domestic partner with another.

Terminating a Registration

To terminate a Domestic Partnership Registration, individuals must submit a Termination Form along with a $25.00 Termination Fee to the City Clerk’s Office.

Forms