Marriage Registration

Planning to register your marriage?

We make the process simple, legal, and hassle-free!

At Lawyer Dhundho, we provide expert legal assistance for all types of marriage registrations in Delhi and across India. Whether you are a resident couple, an inter-caste couple, NRI, or foreign nationals, our experienced team is here to help you at every step.

Why Marriage Registration is Important?

1. Legal Validity:
A registered marriage provides legal recognition of your relationship.

2. Proof of Marriage:
Essential for visas, immigration, bank accounts, joint properties, insurance, and inheritance rights.

3. Government Benefits:
Avail benefits under schemes, policies, or pensions.

4. Social Security:
Protects rights in case of disputes or unforeseen circumstances.

Applicable Laws for Marriage Registration in India

Hindu Marriage Act, 1955:
For Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs.

Special Marriage Act, 1954:
For all religions, inter-caste, interfaith, or NRI marriages.

Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937:
For Muslim marriages (Nikah and registration).

Christian Marriage Act, 1872:
For Christian couples.

Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act, 1936:
For Parsi marriages.

Foreign Marriage Act, 1969:
For marriages outside India involving Indian citizens.

Step-by-Step Marriage Registration Process

1. Pre-Registration Preparation

Decide the applicable law.

Prepare required documents.

2. Document Verification

Submission of ID proofs, age proof, photographs, etc.

3. Application Submission

Online or offline application at SDM office.

4. Appointment Booking

For document verification and witness signatures.

5. Publication of Notice (for Special Marriage Act)

30-day notice period (for court marriages).

6. Marriage Registration & Certificate Issuance

Visit the registrar with witnesses.

Receive the official marriage certificate.

Documents Required for Marriage Registration

Application Form (Duly signed)

Passport size photographs (Bride & Groom)

Date of Birth Proof (Birth Certificate/Passport/10th Marksheet)

Address Proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, Passport, Utility Bill)

Affidavit of Marriage (Age, marital status, nationality)

Marriage Invitation Card / Photographs of Wedding Ceremony (If applicable)

Two Witnesses (ID Proof, Address Proof, Passport size photos)

For Foreign Nationals:

Valid Visa

NOC/Single Status Certificate from embassy

Note: Document requirements may vary slightly based on case type.

Types of Marriage Registration Services We Offer

Hindu Marriage Registration

Court Marriage (Special Marriage Act)

Muslim Marriage Registration & Nikah Nama

Christian Marriage Registration

Parsi Marriage Registration

NRI & Foreign Marriage Registration

Inter-caste & Inter-religion Marriages

Urgent / Tatkal Marriage Certificate Services

Affidavits, Notary & Stamp Papers

Name Change & Gazette Notification

Legal Consultation (Family & Marriage Laws)