How to Schedule an LDS Temple Appointment Online

You can book most LDS temple appointments through the official Church website without calling or visiting in person

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints lets members reserve temple appointments online through their main website. The process is straightforward: you log in with your Church account, select your temple, choose the type of appointment you need, and pick an available time slot. Most appointments — including endowments, sealings, and initiatory work — can be booked this way. Some temples may have limited online availability or require phone booking for certain services, so if you cannot find what you need online, calling the temple directly is your next step.

The online system is designed to reduce wait times and let you plan around your schedule. You do not need to know anyone at the temple or have a referral; your membership record and current temple recommend are what the system checks.

Key Takeaways

• Log in to the Church website with your member account to access the temple appointment scheduler.
• You will need a current, valid temple recommend to book any appointment.
• Most temples show available time slots for the next several weeks, though busy temples may have shorter windows.
• If an appointment type or time does not appear online, call the temple directly — some services are phone-only at certain locations.
• You can cancel or reschedule through the same online system up until a set time before your appointment, usually 24 hours.

What you need before you start

Have your Church member account username and password ready. This is the same login you use for the Church app or member portal. If you have not set up a member account, you can create one on the Church website before booking.

You will also need a current temple recommend. The system will not let you book without one, and the temple will check it again when you arrive. If your recommend has expired or you do not have one yet, you need to meet with your bishop and stake president first — that cannot be done online.

Steps to book your appointment online

Go to the Church website and sign in with your member account. Look for the temple appointment scheduler, which is usually linked from the main temple page or under "Temple Services." Select your preferred temple from the list. The system will show you which temples are closest to you, but you can search for any temple you want to visit.

Choose the type of appointment you need — endowment, sealing, initiatory, or another service. The available options depend on the temple and what services it offers. Once you pick a service type, the system displays open time slots for the coming weeks. Select the date and time that works for you, review the details, and confirm your booking. You will get a confirmation on screen and usually receive an email as well.

Write down your confirmation number or take a screenshot. You do not always need it to check in, but it is useful if you need to cancel or reschedule, or if there is a question about your reservation.

What to do if you cannot find an appointment online

Some temples have limited online availability, especially busy ones in large cities. If the time slots shown do not work for you, or if the appointment type you need is not listed online, call the temple directly. The temple phone number is on the Church website temple locator. Staff can sometimes find times that do not show in the online system, or they can explain why a service is not available at that location.

A few temples still do not offer online booking for all services. If you are trying to book a specialized appointment — such as a proxy baptism for a specific person, a temple marriage, or work related to a particular family history project — the temple may require you to call or visit in person to arrange it.

Canceling or rescheduling your appointment

Log back into the Church website and go to your temple appointments. You will see a list of your upcoming bookings. Select the appointment you want to change, and you will have the option to cancel or reschedule. Most temples allow changes up to 24 hours before the appointment time, though some may have different windows. If you are within the cancellation window, you can pick a new time slot right away.

If you miss the cancellation deadline or cannot reach the online system, call the temple. Staff can usually cancel or move your appointment over the phone, though they may ask you to confirm your name and recommend number.

What happens after you book

Arrive at the temple 10 to 15 minutes before your appointment time. Bring your temple recommend and a form of identification. Check in at the front desk and let staff know you have an online reservation. They will pull up your booking, verify your recommend, and direct you to the appropriate area of the temple.

If you arrive late, the temple may not be able to accommodate you, especially if the session or appointment has already started. If you know you will be delayed, call the temple as soon as you can so they can note it on your reservation.

Troubleshooting common problems

If you forget your Church account password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the Church website to reset it. You will need access to the email address tied to your account. If you cannot remember which email you used, contact Church member services.

If the system says you do not have a valid recommend, your recommend may have expired or there may be a delay in the Church records updating. Check the expiration date on your physical recommend. If it is current, wait a day or two for the system to sync, then try again. If the problem continues, call the temple or your stake president's office.

If you see no available appointments for weeks, the temple may be temporarily full or undergoing maintenance. Check back in a few days, or call the temple to ask when the next openings are expected. Some temples release appointments in batches rather than all at once.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a temple recommend to book online?

Yes. The system checks your membership record and recommend status before letting you complete a booking. If your recommend is expired or you do not have one, you cannot book online. You will need to meet with your bishop and stake president to get or renew a recommend first.

Can I book an appointment for someone else?

No. Each person must book their own appointment using their own member account and recommend. If you are helping a family member, they will need to log in themselves or you can help them walk through the steps on their device.

What if the temple I want to visit is not showing online?

Not all temples are listed in the online scheduler yet. Smaller or newly opened temples may only take appointments by phone. Search for the temple name on the Church website, find its phone number, and call to book.

Can I book multiple appointments at once?

You can book one appointment at a time through the online system. If you want to schedule several visits or different types of appointments, book them one after another. There is no limit to how many you can have on your calendar.

What if I need to reschedule but the new time I want is not available?

Cancel your current appointment and then search for a new time slot. Once you cancel, that slot opens up for others, so you may be able to book it again if it is still available. If the times you need are consistently full, call the temple to see if they have other options or can add you to a waitlist.