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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 and accompanying notes for British nationals to get married or register a civil partnership (PACS) in France. For use in place of certificates of celibacy and custom.
Civil Status questionnaire for UK nationals getting married in Finland.
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.
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
Application form to order a marriage certificate for a marriage that was registered overseas.
Explanatory notice to British nationals contemplating marriage in the Philippines.
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
Requirements, paperwork and processes for weddings and civil partnerships overseas - registration, restrictions, fees
Marriage Visitor visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
For customers who need to post notice so they can marry or form a civil partnership at an embassy/high commission or consulate.
Declaration confirming that there are no legal reasons why you should not be married in Italy.
Application pack to get a certificate of custom and law for marriage in Belgium by post.
Nulla Osta application forms for British nationals getting married in Italy.
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