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Can I marry a Philippine citizen?

Can I marry a Philippine citizen?

Philippine law requires all foreigners to provide a “Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage” before filing for a marriage license. This certification affirms that there are no legal impediments to the foreigner marrying a Filipino (i.e., that the foreigner is not currently married to someone else).

What are the requirements for marriage in the Philippines?

Filipino Marriage Basic Requirements. When marrying a Filipina or Filipino be aware that you must take special care with the paperwork and that marriage to a foreigner is a sensitive issue in the Philippines.

Can a Filipino citizen get married in the US?

If you are not yet married and your fiancé is still in the Philippines, you can, if you are a U.S. citizen, petition for him or her to enter the U.S. as a fiancé in order to get married in the U.S. — and then your new spouse can stay in the U.S. to apply for a green card, if desired.

Can a British citizen get married in the Philippines?

Certificate of Legal Capacity to Marry (Affidavit or Affirmation of Marital Status for British applicants) issued by the Consular Office/Embassy of the foreigner’s country. If you’re a US citizen, the Consulate is prohibited by law to make any certification about your eligibility for marriage in the Philippines.

How long does a marriage license last in the Philippines?

A marriage license will be valid for 120 days from the issue date and can be used anywhere in the Philippines. Choose whether you will have a Civil Wedding or a Religious Wedding. Usually, Civil Marriages are faster and easier to process. A marriage license and a solemnizing officer are needed.

Filipino Marriage Basic Requirements. When marrying a Filipina or Filipino be aware that you must take special care with the paperwork and that marriage to a foreigner is a sensitive issue in the Philippines.

Can you get married to a Canadian citizen in the Philippines?

So, you have to prove to the Philippine government that your marriage is valid and that you are not married to anyone in Canada or anywhere else. Canada does not have a national civil registry that records your status (single, married, divorced, widowed).

Where do I get an affidavit for marriage in Philippines?

Secure the Affidavit in lieu of Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage from the American Service Branch of the U.S. Embassy in Manila or from the U.S. consulate in Cebu City. If both the bride and the groom are U.S. citizens, each one must obtain an Affidavit.

A marriage license will be valid for 120 days from the issue date and can be used anywhere in the Philippines. Choose whether you will have a Civil Wedding or a Religious Wedding. Usually, Civil Marriages are faster and easier to process. A marriage license and a solemnizing officer are needed.