{"id":1232,"date":"2023-03-14T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.testserver.eminenture.co.in\/test\/services2nri-new\/blog\/?p=1232"},"modified":"2024-08-13T08:15:06","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T08:15:06","slug":"can-nris-get-married-overseas-especially-uae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.services2nri.com\/blog\/can-nris-get-married-overseas-especially-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can NRIs Get Married Overseas, Especially in the UAE?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) can solemnise marriage in a foreign country. However, there are many barriers, especially legal roadblocks. But, there is always a way. So here in this blog, we will see how this can happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Certainly, you have to fulfill legal requirements. There is a certain procedure in every particular country that you need to follow for marriage. The process may vary from country to country. But in general, the following steps are involved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Apply for a Single Status Certificate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s like a marriage licence, which states that you\u2019re single and solemnise a marriage. Here, a thing might be conflicting, which is related to singleness. Being single does not mean that you\u2019re a bachelor. You can be married and then, got separated or widowed, or even got a divorce. In these all conditions, you will be considered single. To prove it all, you need to present a document called a single status certificate, which is also known as a single status affidavit\/ bachelorhood certificate\/ certificate of no impediment, etc. Depending on the country, NRIs may need to obtain it from the relevant authority. Here,<strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.services2nri.com\/blog\/single-status-certificate\/\">single status apostille<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is important if you want your application be accepted. Your country\u2019s embassy legalizes it. This may require providing proof of identity, residency status, and other documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In particular, these documents may vary, which completely depends on the jurisdiction where the certificate is being issued from. However, some common documents that may be required are given below:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proof of identity: A valid passport or government-issued identification card, which includes a photograph, name, and date of birth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of single status of parents: This may vary by jurisdiction, but typically includes an affidavit (a sworn statement) or declaration by parents or relatives, stating that the applicant is single and has never been married\/ got divorced, or widowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Birth certificate: A certified copy of the applicant\u2019s birth certificate, which may be required to verify the applicant\u2019s identity and age.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Police clearance certificate: This is not mandatory in all cases. Some jurisdictions may require a police clearance certificate to ensure that the applicant does not have a criminal record.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the documentation part is done, you can move to its registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Find a Marriage Official<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-residents can find a marriage office in a foreign country, which is authorised to conduct a marriage ceremony. This may include religious officials, judges, or other authorised individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Schedule the Wedding Ceremony<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the single status proof is obtained, and it is known where to apply for the marriage, NRIs can schedule the wedding ceremony at a convenient time and location. Typically, this time period can be one to three months long. Here, the would-be spouse should hurry for the application of single status proof because it\u2019s time-consuming and may get delayed if the documents are not valid. So, apply for it at least 6 months before and then, schedule the ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Complete the Legal Requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The applicant should ensure that they comply with all the legal requirements of the foreign country. This may include registering the marriage with the relevant authorities, obtaining a marriage certificate, and complying with any other legal obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Notify authorities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NRIs should notify the authorities like SDM in their home country about the marriage, as this may have implications for immigration and other legal matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a piece of legal advice and assistance from a qualified attorney or immigration consultant in a foreign country can help you comply with all the legal requirements and procedures for getting married. It is simply because the rules or laws are updated over time. So, taking a piece of advice from an expert consultant can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Non-Residents of UAE-Marriage Law Updated<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a case of such an update, which is associated with the UAE\u2019s marriage law. It has been significantly changed. Now, non-Muslim couples can now tie the knot through a civil ceremony. If they are Dubai residents, they can have a marriage license within 24 to 48 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously, non-Muslim couples could only wed through a religious ceremony. Or, their embassy\/consulate would be a place to exchange wows. With the introduction of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/gulfnews.com\/living-in-uae\/ask-us\/non-muslim-couples-in-dubai-can-now-get-a-marriage-licence-within-one-day--heres-how-1.1676287856929\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>new law<\/strong><\/a>, non-residents or non Muslims communities can arrange marriage through a civil contract, without a religious ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How Can Non-Muslims Get Married in the UAE?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To qualify for this new law, both spouses must be non-Muslim.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They must be over 21 years old, and have a Dubai residency permit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They must provide proof of their single status through an attested marital status certificate from their country\u2019s embassy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The required electronic documents should be translated to Arabic by a UAE Ministry of Justice-approved entity and attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in the UAE.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For document verification, original IDs, such as the passport and Emirates ID, are also required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once all the documents are ready, the spouses can submit their application at one of the Dubai Courts Customer Service Centers. There, a service fee needs to be paid out. The notary public or judge will verify and approve the application. Once verified, he will issue a digital certificate, which may take 24 to 48 hours. The couple can sign the marriage contract at the court once they receive the approval to complete the process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) can solemnise marriage in a foreign country. However, there are many barriers, especially legal roadblocks. But, there is always a way. 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