What are the legal requirements for a foreign marriage?
Your best source of information is the nearest embassy or consulate of the country where the marriage will occur. Canadian government offices abroad can also provide sources of information about laws and regulations in the countries where they are located.Most countries require that you produce a valid Canadian passport as well as a certificate (issued by your province or territory) stating that there are no legal impediments to your marriage. You should obtain the certificate in Canada before your departure.If you are already abroad, you may obtain a Statement in lieu of Certification of Non-impediment to Marriage Abroad from the nearest Canadian government office abroad. Note that this statement may not be sufficient proof of a non-impediment to marriage for some foreign governments.Other documents may also be mandatory, such as a birth certificate, premarital blood test certificate, divorce papers (if applicable), death certificate (for a deceased spouse) and statement of parental c
