This article will help you to know about the documents, legal procedures, etc. that are required for marriage registration in Nepal.
In Nepal, all the proceedings related to the registration of marriage are administered by the chapter of the marriage of civil code 2017 (2074) and the Marriage Registration Act 2028.
Process of Marriage Registration in Nepal
- Submit an application form of marriage registration at the ward office of your permanent residence.
- Submit the required documents
- Submit and evidence and witness of marriage ceremony
- After submitting application and the required documents, ward office will examine it and finally provide marriage certificate.
Documents required for Marriage Registration in Nepal
- Application of registration
- Passport size photo of husband and wife
- Citizenship photocopy of husband and wife
- Letter from ward office of both male and female mentioning that both are unmarried or divorced
- Submit the evidence related to marriage ceremony
- Citizenship photocopy of parents of husband and wife
- Migration certificate, if the marriage certificate is to be registered in another place beside native residence
Marriage Registration via Court
- Letter from ward office of both male and female mentioning that both male and female are unmarried or divorced
- Fill up the application form in the district court from where you are registering
- Deed of declaration by both marrying parties should be signed accepting each other as husband and wife
- If all the requirements are fulfilled and verified, marriage certificate will be issued by marriage registration officer
Document needed for Marriage Registration via Court
- Citizenship of both husband and wife
- Citizenship of parents of both parties
- Photocopy of witnesses of both sides
- Passport size photo of couple
- Letter from ward office of permanent residence if to be registered in temporary address
Process of Marriage Registration of a Nepali and a Foreigner
- Evidence of witnesses of marriage are collected and verified
- Legal validity of marriage, documents, and proofs are sent to CDO for verification
- Such verified documents are transferred to the country of the foreigner
- If the country of foreigner approves, then the process starts under the observation of both country’s representatives
Documents needed for Marriage Registration of a Nepali and a Foreigner
- Letter from ward office mentioning that you are unmarried or divorced
- Citizenship of both husband and wife
- Citizenship of parents of both
- Passport size photo of the couple
- No objection letter provided by the government authority of foreign country or concerned embassy in Nepal
- Original passport
- Visa of Nepal
Questions and Answers
What is the minimum age requirement for marriage in Nepal?
According to Muluki Civil Code 2074, the legal age for marriage in Nepal for both males and females is 20 years.
Can a Nepali and foreigner register a marriage in Nepal?
Yes, a Nepali and foreigner can register a marriage in Nepal by following the legal procedures as mentioned in the Muluki Civil Code 2074 and Marriage Registration Act 2028.
Is it compulsory to register a marriage?
Yes, it is compulsory to register a marriage for legal validity. A marriage can be registered either at court or ward office or at the embassy according to the circumstances.