Legalities
A marriage licence is necessary before any wedding can take place in Cyprus, whether a church or a civil ceremony. All wedding organisers/planners and municipal marriage officers will be pleased to assist you in obtaining this document.
The aim of all involved parties is to provide you with peace of mind; it is highly recommended to arrange all required documents (detailed below), at least 6 weeks prior to your arrival in Cyprus.
Upon your arrival, further arrangements are made to ensure the process is completed.
Legalities and documents required
- Passports
- Birth Certificates
- Declarations from a solicitor stating that you are “free to marry”
- If applicable:
Original Divorce Certificates,
Original Adoption Certificate,
Original Widow/Widower Certificates.
If you have had a change of name, then a change of name deed is also required. Scottish nationals should obtain a Certificate of No Impediment from their local registry office.
For Catholic Church Weddings
- Birth Certificates
- Declarations from solicitor stating you are “free to marry”
- If a previous marriage has been dissolved, an annulment from your parish is required.
All other requirements as mentioned above.
Please note that non-British passport holders must contact their relevant embassy/consulate, or any municipal marriage office within the Pafos Region, for further details on marriage legalities in Cyprus.