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How to Marry in Poland

Poland has some beautiful cities in which to plight your troth. From lovely Krakow to "mini-Prague" Wroclaw there are many gorgeous locations in which to get married, and, best of all, it's simple to do the paperwork too!
Below are the legalities to get married in Poland, alongside a map and the weather, to help you plan your ideal wedding abroad. Or you can find a wedding planner in Poland here.



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Poland Marriage Law Requirements

What are the legal requirements to get married in Poland?
Legal age for marriage is 18 years for women and 21 years for men.
Bride and Groom may not be related by blood, marriage or adoption
Two witnesses are required

 

How long do I have to be resident in Poland before I can get married?
A notice of marriage must be posted for 21 days in order to obtain the Certificate of No Impediment, but this can be done either in Poland or in your country of residence

 

Getting a marriage licence
You must take the papers mentioned below to your Embassy in Poland. Once they have all the documents they will issue a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage in English and Polish which you can then take to a Polish Registry Office along with your translated Birth Certificates.
In order to obtain the Certificate of No Impediment you can apply at your local Registry Office in your country of residence or your local Embassy in Poland.

 

What legal papers do I need to take with me?
Passports.
Full Birth Certificates translated into Polish by a sworn interpreter in Poland.
Certificate of No Impediment issued by Registry Office or Embassy.
Personal Details Form.
Notice of Marriage Form, Affidavit Form (only if you live in Poland).
NB: for UK citizens the 3 forms above can be obtained on the British Embassy in Warsaw’s website www.britishembassy.gov.uk
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

 

Please note: this information is for guidance purposes only and liable to change without notice. Please check with your wedding planner in resort or the relevant embassy of the country in which you intend to marry for up to date details before you marry.

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