Where to file bankruptcy in Minnesota
The federal bankruptcy courts in Minnesota, how to pick yours, fees, required courses and the meeting of creditors.
Checked against official sources: October 25, 2026.
Short answer
You file in the federal bankruptcy district where you lived (your domicile) for most of the 180 days before you file.
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The bankruptcy courts in Minnesota
You file in the federal bankruptcy district where you lived (your domicile) for most of the 180 days before you file. Minnesota has one district with offices in St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth and Fergus Falls. The court's locations page lists the counties in each division: https://www.mnb.uscourts.gov/court-info/court-locations
Law: 28 U.S.C. 1408
Divisions: St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth, Fergus Falls
Clerk's phone: (651) 848-1000 or 1-866-260-7337
In nearby states
- Wisconsin: Eastern District and Western District
- Iowa: Northern District and Southern District
- North Dakota: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of North Dakota
Steps to file in Minnesota
Find your district
You file where you lived for most of the last 180 days.
Visit the court's website
Court websites: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Minnesota.
Do the first course
Take it before you file and keep the certificate. U.S. Trustee list of approved credit counseling agencies.
Get the forms ready
Get the official bankruptcy forms.
Free help in Minnesota
Questions about filing in Minnesota
Where do I file bankruptcy in Minnesota?
You file in the federal bankruptcy district where you lived (your domicile) for most of the 180 days before you file. Minnesota has one district with offices in St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth and Fergus Falls. The court's locations page lists the counties in each division: https://www.mnb.uscourts.gov/court-info/court-locations
What are the Minnesota means test numbers?
For cases filed on or after April 1, 2026: 1 person: $77,696; 2 people: $98,328; 3 people: $126,487; 4 people: $149,882; Each extra person: +$11,100.
Is there free bankruptcy help in Minnesota?
Volunteer Lawyers Network bankruptcy advice clinics (with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court), Volunteer Lawyers Network and LawHelp Minnesota.