Marriage registration in South Africa

Registration of marriage in South Africa (Africa) for foreign citizens.

South Africa is one of the few countries where the most of tourists do not need a tourist visa. And unlike other visa-free destinations such as Turkey and Egypt, it is not so popular.

More and more of our compatriots are looking at exotic countries, and consider Africa as a destination for travel, and South Africa as a place for the official registration of marriages. Let’s answer the most popular questions about marriage registration in South Africa (Africa)

Can foreign citizens have an official marriage in the Republic of South Africa (RSA)?

Yes, they can. To do this, the following documents must be submitted to the South African Civil Registry Office:

1.Passports

2. Birth Certificate. Apostille.

3.Certificates of no criminal record or criminal record. Apostille.

4.Certificates that you are not currently married and can get married. Apostille.

5.Questionnaires. Apostille

Can foreign citizens marry a foreigner in South Africa?

Yes, they can. Tourists can register their marriage on the territory of South Africa both with foreigners and citizens of the Republic of South Africa. It is better to clarify the list of documents in advance with each regional Registry Office separately.

Preparation of documents for marriage registration in South Africa (Republic of South Africa).

The official registration of a marriage in South Africa requires a rather long list of documents.

In South Africa we have the documents translated into English by a sworn court interpreter and notarized. Then the documents are submitted to the South African Registry Office.

When organizing a marriage registration in South Africa by our agency, we ask you only for scans of all documents — certification and translation we do it ourselves. And we also do not ask you to come to the Registry Office to submit the documents — we will do it all by ourselves. All you have to do is fly to South Africa and enjoy the country and your registration without any bureaucracy.

Do I need an interpreter for my marriage registration in the Republic of South Africa?

Yes, if you do not speak English, an interpreter must be present at the marriage ceremony. The language of interpretation is chosen common for the bride and groom — English or whatever is required.

How much does it cost to register a marriage in South Africa?

The cost of marriage registration in South Africa for foreign citizens starts from 4800 USD

The price includes:

Reservation of the date and time of the marriage registration

Translation into English and notarization of marriage certificates

Translation into English and notarization of passports

Translation into English and notarization of certificates of criminal records

Registration documents (applications, questionnaires, etc.)

Payment of all state duties and fees

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

Giving the application to the registrar without the newlyweds presence

Obtaining a permit for the ceremony to take place in a nature reserve or on the beach

Provision of witnesses (if necessary)

Services of the English speaking wedding coordinator at the registrar’s office

Arrival of the registrar from the Registry Office to the venue

Interpreter for the marriage ceremony (English)

Legalization of marriage certificate for your country

Transfer to the place of registration

Counseling support on all issues related to the wedding and South Africa

Extra charge:

Rent of a place for the ceremony

Photographer

Videographer

Makeup artist hairdresser

Decoration (floristics and decor)

Legalization of marriage certificate for foreign citizens.

After the registration of a marriage in South Africa for foreign citizens the marriage certificate is legalized for about six months. Documents from South Africa for another countries are apostilled. And then we send you a certificate by DHL.

How long does it take to register a marriage in South Africa?

The standard time for application and processing of the documents for registration of marriage in South Africa is 3-4 months

Our company offers the unique service of wedding registration in South Africa at the private villas with the minimal period of documents filing — 7 days prior to the desired registration date.

What else do I need to know about the registration of marriages in South Africa?

1) If you want to register your marriage in a national park or beach or on a cape, the paperwork must be filed at least 3-4 months in advance. The procedure for getting permission to hold there is very long.

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