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Civil Weddings Abroad

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Civil Weddings Abroad

For many couples getting married abroad a civil wedding service is the most popular type of marriage ceremony.

In Europe, civil ceremony may only take place in officially deemed premises and although you may include your own readings, the standard framework of the ceremony in many instances may not be altered.

That being said, Europe has some of the most beautiful venues in which you can have a civil wedding ceremony. They range from stunning of 13th century monastery cloisters, stunning frescoed rooms, beautiful palaces to balconies overlooking the sea.

The legal requirements for having a civil wedding abroad do vary from country to country, but in most cases are relatively easy and straightforward.

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Getting Married Abroad

In most countries you will need to produce some or all of the following documentation.

* Full Long Form Birth Certificate.
* Sworn Affidavits – statement signed and stamped by a solicitor confirming both parties are free to marry. For some countries this must be prepared one month or less before your wedding date.
* Certificate of No Impediment – this document verifies single status and that you are free to marry.
* Proof of Residence – you may be required to produce documentation with proof of your current residence, usually council tax correspondence, a medical card, utility bill or driving licence is sufficient.
* If you are divorced – a Decree Absolute.
* If you are a widower – a Death Certificate and previous Marriage Certificate.
* If you are adopted – an Adoption certificate.
* If you are not of the minimum ‘age’ – a letter of consent from a parent or guardian.
* If you have changed your name by deed poll – stamped proof by a solicitor.

No matter where you chose to have your destination wedding, you should also be aware of the following:

* Original Documentation
* Authentication / Legalisation and Apostilles
* Translations
* Time Frame for Submitting your Documentation
* How to Submit your Documentation
* Marriage after Divorce
* Medical Certificates
* Proof of Entry and Return Air Ticket
* Certificate of No Impediment

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Authentication / Legalisation is the official confirmation that a signature, seal or stamp on a public documentis genuine. This is usually required by foreign authorities before they will allow a document issued in your country to be used for official purposes in their country. Please note that this process does not authenticate the contents of the document.

As a general rule, if your country is included in this list of countries who signed the Hague Convention – Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents, you will need an Apostille For other countries (including Vietnam, most of the Middle East and China – except for Hong Kong and Macau), you will need a Authentication/ Legalisation Certificate.

Most countries require that your documentation is original or a certified copy.
Photocopies will not be accepted.
Also a translator is necessary during the ceremony.
Couples must visit the local authorities or 3 days before the ceremony.
It is recommended to start the process at least two minths prior to the planned ceremony.

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