How to Marry in Bali

Bali Marriage Law Requirements

What are the legal requirements to get married in Bali?
Civil weddings are not permitted in Bali, only religious ones. The Bride and Groom must follow the same religion and declare it to the Office of Religious Affairs before the ceremony
As Bali is part of Indonesia and is a Muslim state, any non-Muslim wedding must be registered with the Civil Registry Office after the ceremony to become legal
Legal age for marriage is 18 years for both men and women
Bride and Groom may not be related by blood, marriage or adoption
Two witnesses over 18 years old are required and must show their passports

How long do I have to be resident in Bali before I can get married?
There is no residency period to get married in Bali, however you will need time to apply in person for a marriage licence. To avoid the 10 day mandatory waiting period after registering your Notice of Intention to Marry you will need to present a guest registration form to the Civil Registry Office

Getting a marriage licence
You must obtain a Letter of No Impediment to Marriage from your Embassy in Bali by applying in person with your passport and/or divorce or death certificates as applicable.
You must then take all the papers mentioned below plus one photocopy of each to the Civil Registry Office to obtain your Notice of Intention to Marry

What legal papers do I need to take with me?
Valid 10-year passports.
Certified copy of birth certificates.
4x6 cm photos of the couple side by side.
If you have been divorced then the final divorce papers must be shown.
If you are widowed then the death certificate of your previous spouse must be shown.