Marriage registration in Seychelles

Marriage registration in Seychelles for foreign citizens.

Seychelles is one of the few island countries where foreign citizens do not need a visa and can have an official ceremony that is recognized in another countries. Unlike the Maldives.

More and more of our compatriots are looking towards the Seychelles as a place for official marriage registration. Let’s answer the most popular questions about marriage registration in the Seychelles.

Can foreign citizens have an official marriage in Seychelles?

Yes, they can. For this purpose the following documents must be submitted to the Registry Office of the Seychelles:

1.Passport.

2. Birth certificate.

3. Certificate of divorce or name change

Can foreign citizens marry a foreigner in the Seychelles?

Yes, they can. Tourists can register their marriage in the Seychelles with both foreigners and Seychelles citizens. The specific list of documents is better to be clarified in advance with each regional Registry Office separately.

Preparation of documents for marriage registration in Seychelles.

For official registration of marriage in Seychelles we need scans of all your documents translated into French or English and notarized.

In Seychelles we prepare and then pass all documents to the Registry Office in Seychelles.

When organizing marriage registration in Seychelles by our agency, we ask you to take scans of all documents and bring originals. Also we ask you to arrive 3 days prior to the ceremony day. All you have to do is to fly to the Seychelles and enjoy this country and your registration without any bureaucratic nuances.

Do I need an interpreter for my marriage registration in the Seychelles?

Yes, if you do not speak English, an interpreter must be present at the marriage ceremony. The language of translation is common for bride and groom — German, for example.

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

The cost of marriage registration in the Seychelles for foreign citizens depends on the hotel where the ceremony is held and what wedding packages they offer. Usually hotel package starts from 3500 euros.

This price includes:

Reservation of the date and time of the marriage registration

Registration documents (application, forms, etc.)

Payment of all state duties and fees

Preparation of documents for the marriage, coordination and coordination with the Registry Office

Filing of application at the registry office

Russian speaking wedding coordinator service at the registration ceremony

Interpreter for the marriage ceremony (in Russian if needed)

Legalization of marriage certificate for Russia

Consulting support on all issues related to the wedding and the Seychelles

Extra charge:

Rent of a place for the ceremony

Photographer

Videographer

Makeup Artist + Hairstylist

Decoration (floristics and decor)

Legalization of marriage certificate for foreign citizens.

After registration of marriage in Seychelles for foreign citizens, the marriage certificate is certified at the Consulate and translated into another languages. Documents from Seychelles could be apostilled.

How long does it take to register a marriage in the Seychelles?

Our company offers the newlyweds to send all documents 3 weeks before the date of registration.

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

1) If a concrete date is important for you, it is better to begin preparation 2-3 months in advance as most hotels hold only 1 ceremony a day.

2) Minimum stay before ceremony should be 3 days. This is why we ask to fly in 3 days before the day of the ceremony.

3) Civil ceremony can be carried out on islands Mahe, Praline and La Digue in hotels from Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 17:00. On the other islands by prior request.

If you are planning a marriage registration in Seychelles, please fill out the application form and we will contact you shortly for all details and to answer all your questions.