How to Schedule Your LDS Temple Appointment

How to book your temple appointment online or by phone

You schedule an LDS temple appointment through the Church's official temple reservation system, which you access either online through your member account or by calling the temple directly. The online method is faster — you can book within minutes — but calling works if you prefer to speak with someone or if you're having trouble with the website.

To book online, log into your member account on the Church's main website, navigate to the temple section, and select the temple you want to visit. You'll see available time slots for the type of ordinance you're attending. Choose your date and time, confirm your details, and you're done. The system sends you a confirmation email right away.

If you call instead, have the temple's phone number ready (your stake office or a quick search will give it to you), and tell them which temple you want to visit, what type of appointment you need, and your preferred dates and times. They'll check availability and book you on the spot.

Key Takeaways

• You must have a current temple recommend before you can schedule any temple appointment.
• Online booking through your member account is the fastest method and shows all available slots for your chosen temple.
• You can also call the temple directly if you prefer phone booking or if the website isn't working for you.
• Confirmation comes by email when you book online, or the temple staff will confirm details when you call.
• Most temples let you book weeks or months in advance, but some busy temples fill up faster during certain seasons.

What you need before you book

You must have a valid temple recommend in your possession before you schedule. Your recommend shows you've met the Church's membership standards and is required at the temple entrance. If your recommend has expired or you don't have one yet, contact your bishop or branch president to start the recommend interview process first.

You'll also need to know which temple you want to visit and what type of appointment you're making — whether it's an endowment session, a sealing, a proxy baptism, or another ordinance. Different temples offer different services, so if you're looking for something specific, confirm that your chosen temple performs that ordinance before you try to book.

Booking online through your member account

Go to the Church's official website and sign in with your member account credentials. Once logged in, look for the temple or ordinance section — the exact location varies slightly depending on updates to the site, but it's usually in the main menu or under a "My Account" area.

Select the temple you want to visit from the list. The system will show you available dates and times for the next several weeks or months, depending on how far ahead that temple accepts bookings. Click on a time slot that works for you, review your information to make sure it's correct, and confirm your booking.

You'll receive a confirmation email with your appointment details, including the date, time, and temple location. Save this email or take a screenshot — you don't need to print it, but having the details handy is useful. If you need to change your appointment later, you can usually modify or cancel it through the same online system.

Booking by phone

Call the temple directly and ask to schedule an appointment. Have ready the type of ordinance you need, your preferred dates and times, and your name and member record number (your recommend has this). The staff member will check availability and book you into an open slot.

Ask them to confirm the date, time, and any special instructions for that temple — some temples have different check-in procedures or ask you to arrive early for certain ordinances. They'll usually send you a confirmation by mail or email, or they may just confirm everything over the phone and ask you to write it down.

What happens after you book

Once your appointment is confirmed, you're in the system. Arrive at the temple a few minutes early on your scheduled date with your temple recommend and any other items the temple asks for (like a change of clothes if you're doing baptisms). Check in at the front desk, and temple staff will direct you to the right area.

If you need to cancel or reschedule, do it as soon as you know through the same method you booked — online if you booked online, or by calling the temple if you called to book. This frees up the slot for someone else and keeps the temple's schedule running smoothly.

Temples with high demand and long wait times

Some temples, especially those in large cities or newly opened temples, fill up weeks or months in advance. If your preferred temple is fully booked, you have a few options: book a date further out, try booking on a weekday instead of a weekend, or consider visiting a different temple if one is nearby.

A few temples also use a waitlist system if all slots are full. You can add yourself to the waitlist, and if someone cancels, the temple will contact you to offer their slot. Ask the temple staff whether they have a waitlist when you call or check the online system for that option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance or can I just show up?

Most temples require you to book in advance, though a few smaller temples may accept walk-ins during certain hours. Check with your specific temple, but plan to schedule ahead — it's the standard practice and ensures you get a time that works for you.

Can I book for someone else, like a family member?

No, each person books their own appointment using their own member account and recommend. If you're helping a family member, they can book themselves online or you can help them call the temple, but the appointment must be in their name.

What if I forget my appointment or need to cancel last minute?

Call the temple as soon as you realize you can't make it. Canceling frees up the slot for someone else. If you miss an appointment without canceling, the temple may contact you, but canceling ahead is the courteous approach.

Can I book multiple appointments at once?

You can book separate appointments for different dates or different temples, but each booking is done individually. Some people book several months in advance, one appointment at a time, to plan their temple attendance.

What if the online system isn't working?

Call the temple directly. Phone booking is always an option, and temple staff can help you get scheduled even if the website is down or you're having technical trouble.