How to Marry in Turkey

Turkey Marriage Law Requirements

What are the legal requirements to get married in Turkey?
Legal age for marriage is 18 years for both men and women. If under 18 years old then parental consent is required.
Bride and Groom may not be related.
Two witnesses are required.

How long do I have to be resident in Turkey before I can get married?
There are no residency requirements to get married in Turkey.

Getting a marriage licence
A Certificate of No Impediment must be issued by your local registry office in the UK no longer than 3 months before the wedding date. This can take up to 1 month to issue.
On arrival in Turkey you must take the Certificate of No Impediment to your consulate or embassy for translation and processing.
Certain resorts may require medial examinations before the ceremony.

What legal papers do I need to take with me?
Passports with at least 3 months' validity left on them.
Full birth certificates.
Certificate of No Impediment and translation.
Six recent colour photos of the bride and groom.
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.