Court Marriage Registration Help Desk

Section 67 & 76

Specific provisions governing the formation and legal recognition of marriage.

Jurisdiction

While ward offices register traditional social-religious marriages, District Courts have the exclusive authority to conduct and register court marriages, particularly for foreign nationals.

For Nepali Citizens

• Citizenship Certificate: Original and notarized copies of both parties.
• Single Status Certificate: A recommendation from the local Ward Office of your permanent address (valid for 30 days).
• Passport-sized Photos: 4 copies each.
• Temporary Residence Letter: If applying in a district where you don't have permanent residence, 15 days stay proof via ward office.
• Witness Documents: Citizenship copies of two witnesses (one from each side).

For Foreign Nationals & NRNs

• Passport & Valid Visa: Original and notarized copies.
• No Objection Letter (NOC): Issued by your Embassy/Consulate in Nepal, proving affidavit to marry.
• Marriage Law of Home Country: Translated into Nepali and notarized.
• 15-Day Residence Proof: Arrival stamp and local ward letter proving 15 days stay.
• Witness Documents: Citizenship copies of two witnesses.
• Photos: PP size recent 4 copies.