Are there Residency or Documentation Requirements for Getting Married Abroad?
Many marriages abroad are subject to the residency requirements of the country in which the marriage is to be performed. Most countries at least have documentation requirements. Many countries require that a valid U.S. passport be presented. Sometimes birth certificates, divorce decrees, and death certificates are required. Many countries require that the documents be presented to the marriage registrar well before the marriage occurs. What about Parental Consent for the Marriage of Minors? The age of majority for marriage varies from one country to another. As a general rule, persons under the age of 18 must present a written statement of consent executed by their parents before a notary public. Some countries require the parental consent statement to be authenticated by a consular official of that foreign country in the United States. What is the Affidavit of Eligibility to Marry Requirement? The United States does not have such a requirement. All civil law countries require proof of
