1. Apply for a certificate of no impediment
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Apply for a certificate of no impediment

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    If you would like to get married abroad, you can apply for a certificate of no impediment to marriage. Foreign authorities often require this certificate for a marriage to take place.

    The certificate of no impediment to marriage confirms that, under German law, you are permitted to marry the person named therein—that is, for example,

    • are not already married,
    • are legally competent,
    • are of legal age.

    You can also apply for a certificate of no impediment to marriage if you wish to enter into a civil partnership abroad.

    You can apply for a certificate of no impediment to marriage at your local civil registry office.

  • Who should I contact?

    The registry office of the German partner's place of residence is responsible for issuing a certificate of no impediment to marriage for Germans. As a foreigner, you can also obtain information there about the certificate of no impediment to marriage in your home country, which you must then obtain from your competent home authority.

  • What documents are required?

    • Internationally recognized proof of identity for both individuals named in the certificate of no impediment to marriage:
      • Passport or ID card (EU)
      • Passport Replacement Document

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