How to Obtain a Marriage Certificate: Complete Guide

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Description

What is it?

A Marriage Certificate is a document that officially records the union of two individuals. It is issued by the civil registry of the jurisdiction where the marriage took place.

Who needs it?

Marriage certificates can be requested by the couple themselves, their direct descendants, or anyone with a legitimate interest.

Procedure

  1. Visit the Civil Registry Online’s official website.

  2. For marriages that took place in Portugal, use this link: Iniciar casamento no site do Registro Civil Online

  3. For international marriages, please contact your country’s embassy or consulate for information about obtaining a marriage certificate from overseas.

  4. At the website, select the option for “Certidão de Casamento” (Marriage Certificate).

  5. Fill out the required information, which will include the full names of both parties and the date and place of the marriage.

  6. Submit the form and pay the applicable fee.

Required Documents

  • Full names of both parties.
  • Date and place of the marriage.
  • Identity Document for identification (could be Passport, Identity card or Driving license).

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Additional details

Exact fee and processing time may vary. For urgent cases, expedited service may be available for an additional fee. Please contact the civil registry or your service provider for the most current information.

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