Marriage Registration in Delhi for Foreign Nationals under Special Marriage Act, 1954

If both the bride and groom are foreign nationals and want to get married in Delhi, they can legally register their marriage under the Special Marriage Act, 1954. However, there are specific rules they must follow.

This article explains these rules in simple language and how Legal Light Consulting can help you with the process, especially for NRI and foreigner marriages in Delhi.

Special Rule for Foreign Nationals

Under a partial modification of the eligibility criteria, if both parties (bride and groom) are foreign citizens, they can still register their marriage in Delhi under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, if they meet the following conditions:

Important Conditions to Register the Marriage

1. 30 Days Residency Rule
   Both the bride and groom must have been living in the same district in Delhi for at least 30 days continuously before applying for marriage registration.

2. Presence on Appointment Day
   Both parties must personally appear before the Marriage Officer in Delhi on the date of the appointment.

3. Three Witnesses Required
   They must bring three witnesses, and each witness should have valid ID proof and proof of permanent residence in Delhi.

4. No Change in Other Rules
   Apart from the above, all other conditions and documents required under the Special Marriage Act remain the same as applicable to Indian citizens or NRI marriages.

 Need Help with NRI or Foreigner Marriage in Delhi?

Legal Light Consulting (LLC Lawyer) specializes in handling court marriages and marriage registrations for:

• Foreign nationals marrying in India

• NRI couples

• Inter-religion or inter-nationality marriages under the Special Marriage Act, 1954

Our expert legal team will guide you through:

• Document preparation

• Affidavit and verification

• Scheduling and attending appointments

• Embassy or visa-related paperwork

 Final Words

If you are a foreign couple living in Delhi and wish to get married legally in India, make sure you meet the 30-day residency requirement and bring three valid witnesses.

For a hassle-free and smooth marriage registration process, contact Legal Light Consulting — trusted experts in NRI and foreigner court marriages in Delhi, India.