Apply for a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage
Certificate from the registry office stating that there are no legal impediments to marriage under German law – often required for getting married abroad.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Birth certificate · Motion or written inquiry
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
In person or by post at the office
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Costs
Varies by case
How to proceed
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Submit an application to the appropriate registry office
Generally, the registry office in the place of residence.
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Submit documents
Birth certificate, proof of residence, and, if applicable, a divorce decree or death certificate of the former spouse.
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Issuance of the certificate
Valid for a limited time; after that, a new application is required.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
German citizens who wish to get married abroad.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks
Success rate
approx. 90.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Birth certificate and, if applicable, divorce decree not submitted as originals or certified copies
- •The certificate's validity period (usually 6 months) has expired in the case of a wedding abroad
Common reasons for rejection
- •Previous marriage cannot be proven to have ended in divorce
- •Required documents are incomplete or not certified
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Questions & Answers
How much does it cost to apply for a certificate of no impediment to marriage?▼
10–15 € per certificate; wedding ceremonies start at about 50 €—depending on the municipality.
How long does it take to apply for a certificate of no impediment to marriage?▼
Typically about 21 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesportal (verwaltung.bund.de)
- Data quality
- 100 %