Welcome to court marriage registration Help desk where Lawin and Partners provide Comprehensive Guide to Court Marriage Registration in Nepal. 

Court Marriage Registration has emerged as the most authorized, worldwide internationally recognized and accepted way for spouses  from local residents and inter-caste couples to Non-Resident Nepalis (NRNs) and foreign nationals where one partner is from Nepal.

Court Marriage Registration is marriage registration in court as per Civil Code of Nepal.

Muluki Civil Code, 2074
The primary legislation governing marriage in Nepal is the National Civil Code (Muluki Civil Code), 2074.

• Section 67: 
• Section 76: 
• 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.

LEGAL ELIGIBILITY: 

• Legal Age: Both the male and female must have attained 20 years of age. 
• Mutual Consent: Both individuals must voluntarily agree to accept each other as husband and wife.
• Marital Status: Both must be single (unmarried, legally divorced, or widowed). 
• Prohibited Relationships: Parties must not be within the "prohibited degrees of relationship" (incest)

ESSENTIAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 
Preparation is key to avoiding procedural delays. You will need the following documents

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, you must prove 15 days of stay in that district via a ward office recommendation letter.
• Witness Documents: Citizenship copies of two witnesses (one from each side).

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For Foreign Nationals & NRNs:

• Passport & Valid Visa: Original and notarized copies.
• No Objection Letter (NOC): Issued by your respective Embassy or Consulate in Nepal, proving you affidavit or recommendation to marry.
• Marriage Law of Home Country: A copy of the marriage laws of the foreigner's country, translated into Nepali and notarized.
• 15-Day Residence Proof: Arrival stamp and local ward letter proving you have been in Nepal for at least 15 days.
• Temporary Residence Recommendation: If applying in a district where you don't have permanent residence, you must provide 15 days of stay in that district via a ward office recommendation letter.
• Witness Documents: Citizenship copies of two witnesses (one from each side).
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 Step-by-Step Court Marriage  Registration Procedure

The process typically takes 2 to 3 working days

Step 1: Filing the Application

The couple submits a joint application at the District Court. Our lawyers at Lawin & Partners handle the drafting to ensure all legal terminology is accurate.

Step 2: Document Verification

The Court officer reviews the documents. If a foreigner is involved, the court often verifies the NOC from the embassy.

Step 3: Appearance and Statement

Both parties and their two witnesses must appear physically before the District Court Judge. The Judge will confirm that the marriage is consensual.

Step 4: Issuance of Certificate

Once the Judge approves, the court registers the marriage and issues the Official Marriage Certificate by court.

Rights Generated after Court Marriage

A court-registered marriage generates immediate legal rights:

• Property & Inheritance
• Surnames 
• Child Legitimacy
• Maintenance 

Role of a Court Marriage Lawyer Help Desk at Lawin and Partners 

While you can technically apply alone, a Court Marriage Lawyer acts as an essential navigator for complex issues and fulfillment of legal criteria:

How Lawin & Partners Marriage Lawyers Help Desk will Assists You:

Eligibility Assessment: We pre-verify your documents to ensure zero rejection risk.
Embassy Coordination: We guide foreign nationals in obtaining the No Objection Letter and fulfilling the 15-day stay rule.

Legal Drafting: We prepare all court petitions and translated documents 
Representation: We represent you during the court hearing, managing all communication with court officials.

Ensure your marriage is protected by the full force of the law. Contact our Court Marriage Lawyers Help Desk for a confidential consultation.