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As a British national, you may be asked to provide an affidavit or affirmation before local authorities as proof you are allowed to get married.
This article explores diversity in child marriage experiences in contexts affected by forced displacement
Self-declaration form for British nationals who need a certificate of custom for PACS (civil partnership) or marriage in France.
Application pack to get a certificate of custom and law for marriage or civil partnership in Luxembourg by post.
Ask for a change in how the minimum amount of Married Couple's Allowance is divided between you and your spouse or civil partner using the online form.
Informative note for British nationals who want to enter into a marriage or PACS (civil partnership) in France and have a different name to the one on their birth certificate.
Declaration confirming that there are no legal reasons why you should not be married in Malaysia.
How to protect, advise and support victims of forced marriage, including information and practice guidelines for professionals.
What to do if you or someone you know is being forced into getting married, how you can try to stop the marriage from taking place, and what to do if you want to leave a forced marriage
This is a policy brief from the Young Marriage and Parenthood Study, qualitative research study carried out between 2017 and 2020
Information note on the recognition or validity of marriage
Explanatory notice to British nationals contemplating marriage in the Philippines.
Marriage Visitor visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
Civil Status questionnaire for UK nationals getting married in Finland.
Application form to order a marriage certificate for a marriage that was registered overseas.
Requirements, paperwork and processes for weddings and civil partnerships overseas - registration, restrictions, fees
As a British national you may be asked to provide an affidavit or affirmation before local authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to prove you are allowed to get married
Certificat de célibat / Certificat de capacité matrimoniale explanatory note for getting married in France.
For customers who need to post notice so they can marry or form a civil partnership at an embassy/high commission or consulate.
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