Marriage registration in France

Marriage in France for Russian citizens.

France is probably one of the most popular countries for visitors from all over the world. France is a country of romantics, Paris is the city of love. It is the most famous place where young people propose to their loved ones.

Many lovers dream of having their passport stamped with a note about France and Paris. But let’s understand how easy it is to make a marriage registration in France.

Can Russian citizens enter into an official marriage in France?

Yes, they can. But for this at least one of the couple must have been a resident of France.

1.Resident card or proof of residence in France.

2.Passport.

3.Birth certificate.

4.Certificat de Capacité Matrimoniale — Certificates of no current marriage, and in case of divorce, there must be a date of divorce and a certificate of divorce.

5.Certificat de Célibat — Certificate that there is no impediment to marriage

6.Certificat de Coutume — a certificate confirming that the applicant can marry according to the laws of the country of residence. Issued by the Russian Embassy

The documents must be submitted in the original or certified by an apostle.

The specific list of documents is better to clarify in advance with each registry office separately.

Most of the newlyweds who apply to us do not have French residency. In case of working with our agency we can help with the official registration of marriage for those who do not have a residence permit in France.

How much does it cost to register a marriage in France?

If you are not a resident of France, the legal opportunity to get married in France starts at 20,000 — 25,000 euros.

This cost includes:

Preparation of the necessary documents for the application

Booking the date and time of the marriage registration

Translation and notarization of birth certificates

Translation and notarization of passports

Translation and notarization of certificates of absence of obstacles

Registration documents (application, forms, etc.)

Payment of state fees and charges

Preparation of documents for the marriage ceremony, coordination and coordination with the registry office

Services of a Russian-speaking wedding coordinator at the registration ceremony

Interpreter at the wedding ceremony (Russian language)

Legalization of the marriage certificate for Russia

Additionally paid:

Photographer

Videographer

Make-up artist and hairdresser

Decoration (floristry and decor)

Place for dinner

Legalization of marriage certificate for citizens of Russia.

After a marriage is registered in France, the marriage registration certificate must be apostilled, translated into Russian and notarized.

How long does it take to register a marriage in France?

The minimum time to apply and process the documents for marriage registration in France is 4 months.

What else do I need to know about marriage registration in France?

1) According to French law, 10 days before the conclusion of a civil marriage, you must announce the forthcoming marriage in the town hall of the municipality of your residence. You must provide certain documents for the announcement.

2)In France, both spouses keep their own surnames by default. But if you wish, you can legally register a double surname or a change of surname.

3)To marry in France will be able to those couples whose parents live in France. In this case, the ceremony will be held at the place of residence of the parents.

In the cities of France there are Orthodox churches, so in addition to the official and symbolic registration, you can hold the sacrament of marriage. Beforehand, get acquainted with the local priest and tell him why you would like to get married in this place.

If you are planning to register your marriage in France, fill out an application form and we will contact you shortly for all details and answer all your questions.