NRI & Foreign National Marriage Registration in Delhi NCR
When one or both partners hold a foreign passport or live abroad, the paperwork is heavier: visas, embassy documents, single-status declarations and certificates that must be accepted overseas. This is our specialist service.
₹30,000 – ₹50,000
Who it's for & eligibility
- NRIs, OCI cardholders and foreign nationals marrying in India
- Couples where one or both partners are foreign citizens
- Already-married couples (ceremony in India) needing registration
- Couples planning a court marriage — at least one partner must have lived in the district for 30 days before notice
- Bride at least 18 and groom at least 21
Documents checklist
- Valid passports of both partners, with visa / OCI card for foreign nationals
- Proof of current address in India (and abroad, where applicable)
- Birth certificates or other age proof
- Single-status / no-impediment certificate or affidavit, as required by the partner's country
- Divorce decree or death certificate of former spouse, if applicable
- Translated and attested copies of foreign documents, where needed
- Photographs and witness ID proof
Exact requirements depend on your case and the office. We confirm the final list during the document check.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Route assessment
We confirm the right route — Hindu Marriage Act registration or the Special Marriage Act — based on religion, nationality and residence.
- 2
Documents check
We list exactly which foreign documents, translations and attestations you need, and review them before filing.
- 3
Application / notice filed
We file the registration application or notice of intended marriage and book the appointment.
- 4
Appointment & certificate
Both partners attend with witnesses. We guide you on attestation or apostille for use abroad.
Typical timeline
Registration of an existing marriage typically takes 1–3 weeks once documents are complete. A court marriage needs the 30-day notice period plus appointment time. Foreign documents can add time — start early.
Frequently asked questions
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