Does getting married abroad count in the UK?
If you get married abroad the marriage does not need to be, nor can it be, registered in England and Wales. As such, it is important to have evidence of the marriage, which will generally be in the form of a marriage certificate.
Do I need to register my marriage in the UK if I get married abroad?
A marriage abroad will be legally recognised in the UK providing it was contracted according to the law of the country in which it took place. There is no requirement, or facility, to register the marriage in England afterwards.
Where can Brits legally get married abroad?
Cyprus. Compared to many countries around the world, Cyprus offers one of the most simplistic procedures for UK couples to legally marry abroad. With minimal paperwork and restrictions the destination provides ideal spaces to say ‘I Do’.
Is your marriage legal if you get married abroad?
In general, marriages which are legally performed and valid abroad are also legally valid in the United States. Inquiries regarding the validity of a marriage abroad should be directed to the attorney general of the state where you live.
How do I legalize a foreign marriage certificate in the UK?
In order for foreign marriages to be recognised as legal in the UK, the following conditions must be met: The marriage must be recognised as a legal marriage in the country in which it took place and the parties to the marriage must have complied with the procedures required in the country of marriage.
Do I have to tell HMRC when I get married?
As well as informing HMRC of any name, address or income changes, you also need to inform them of any changes to your relationship or family circumstances. So, if you get married or enter into a civil partnership, or if you divorce, separate or stop living with your husband, wife or partner, HMRC Need to know.
How do I register my marriage abroad in the UK?
Visit GOV.UK – Get your document legalised (opens in new window) for more information. Once you have this information you should contact your local Register Office to arrange an appointment. You will need to know at least the town and country where the marriage is taking place along with any unusual spellings.
Where is the easiest country to get married?
If you didn’t know already, a LOT of foreign couples make the decision to travel to Denmark to get married each year. Thousands in fact. This is because Denmark is by far the easiest country in Europe for foreign couples to get married.
Can you legally get married in Spain if you are British?
You can do the legals (marriage or civil partnership) at your local Registry Office in the UK in just ten minutes; all you need is two witnesses. Then you can have whatever ceremony you like in Spain.
How hard is it to marry someone from another country?
You will need to file Form I-130 and then Form DS-160 (also called the Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application), followed by a medical exam and an interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate. Although this can sometimes be a long process,, this option does lead to a green card as soon as you arrive in the United States.