What does it consist of?
The marriage deed is the process by which two persons, whether of the same or different sex, unite in marriage before a Notary, freely and voluntarily expressing their consent.
After being signed before the Notary, the marriage deed must be registered with the Civil Registry.
The marriage file must be processed in the locality of residence registration of one of the parties, and the notary will assign the notarial association of the area according to a rotational schedule.
On the other hand, the celebration of the marriage can be conducted by any competent notary in the place where the wedding takes place. This means that a notary from Murcia cannot celebrate a marriage in Albacete.
Required documentation
National identity document, passport, N.I.E., or updated certificate of residence registration.
Birth certificate issued by the Civil Registry of the place of birth within the last year.
Current certificate of residence in the place of residence for the last two years (valid for three months from issuance); or consular certificate if residing abroad.
Judicial testimony (marital authorization act), if necessary.
Selection of at least two witnesses and submission of their identity documents.
In the case of a previous marriage, certificate of the prior marriage with annotation of divorce or annulment, or death certificate if widowed. For foreigners, certificate of marital capacity or single status according to the legislation of their country.
In which situations can this service be used?
When both parties are of legal age or at least 16 years old and emancipated.
When the legal requirements for entering into a civil marriage according to the legislation of the country are met.
When both parties agree to marry and are willing to provide their consent freely and voluntarily.
When two adult witnesses can be provided who can sign the marriage record as witnesses present at the marriage.