Marriage Registration in Nepal
Marriage Registration in Nepal is a legal process that makes a traditional marriage binding and valid in the eyes of the law. It also serves as an essential document to ascertain the marital status of a couple providing legal protection to both parties.
The Registration of Marriage in Nepal is provisioned in the National Civil Code 2017 from Section 67 to Section 84. It Provisions for Valid, Void, and Voidable Marriage in Nepal.
In the context of Nepal, Marriage by Tradition is the most common form of Marriage followed by Court Marriage which requires registration.
This article has explained what marriage registration in Nepal is, its benefits and process, and the best method to choose Law Firms or lawyers to register your marriage along with the Costs and Fees of Marriage Registration in Nepal.
Legal Requirements for Marriage Registration
Nepal has several legal requirements for Marriage Registration which are also provisioned in the National Civil Code.
Age
Both parties must have completed at least 20 years of age for Marriage as stipulated by law.
Consent
Marriage is always considered to be a voluntary union between two parties. Therefore, both parties must have freely consented to the marriage for it to be successful. The Consent of a Minor for a marriage isn’t considered actual or valid consent.
Unmarried
Both the Marrying Parties must be legally unmarried at the time. If one of the parties has already married, then, they must have divorced. Else, the Marriage is considered to be void.
No Incest
In Nepal, Incest Marriage which refers to marrying a close-blood relative, is considered to be a crime and is penalized under the National Penal Code.
For successful marriage registration, these requirements must have been met.
Benefits of Marriage Registration
Marriage Registration offers benefits to couples which consist of Social Security Benefits, Tax Exemption, personal security, and much more.
Legal Recognition
It establishes the legal status of the marriage where both parties are protected and rights are ensured as per law.
Inheritance
Spouses have rights of Inheritance where if one of them dies, the other Party can inherit property and assets obtained from the death of the other.
Legal Protection
If conditions of divorce or separation arise, the married individuals are legally provided with the legal division of assets, custody, etc.
Other Benefits
Marriage Registration in Nepal has social security Benefits, Immigration Benefits such as easy passage to obtain residency or citizenship.
Process of Court Marriage Registration in Nepal
The Process of Marriage Registration in Nepal is a simple, plain process where the procedure must be followed according to Marriage Registration Rules.
Become Eligible for Marriage
First, you must be eligible to be married according to the Marriage Registration Rules of Nepal.
Submit Marriage Registration Application
After that, you must apply for Marriage Registration at the Relevant District Court.
Submit Required Documents
Then, provide all the necessary documents to the District Court such as a Citizenship Photocopy and Letter from Ward as well as a No Objection Letter for Foreigners.
Final Verification by Judge
Furthermore, the Judge shall, after the Submission are Verified by the Judge in the District Court.
Certification of Marriage Registration in Nepal
Then, an investigation is conducted by the pursuant authority after which the marriage must be certified by three witnesses after which a certificate of Marriage is provided to the Couple.
Is a Law Firm required for Marriage Registration?
A couple can register their marriage without any Law Firm or legal assistance. However, if you want to register your marriage in the Court or conduct a Court Marriage, then, it is suggested that you have a competent Law Firm or a Lawyer acting as your Legal Aid.
A Good Law Firm can easily ensure all the regulations and rules to be followed for registering Court Marriage. We can also handle any difficulty related to Marriage Registration and ensure a stressful successful Marriage without any trouble.
Why Choose Lawneeti Associates?
If you are considering a Court Marriage in Nepal, we would suggest you contact a competent Law Firm. Lawneeti Associates is a full-service Law Firm with a specialized Practice Area of Marriage Law. We have conducted multiple Marriage Registration and Court Marriage in Nepal.
We have accomplished Lawyers who have mastered Family Law and Marriage Law in Nepal. We also proficiently provide Personalized Services to our Clients. Moreover, we ensure an efficient and expedient marriage registration process that reduces unnecessary delays and stressful legal processes.
Costs and Fees of Marriage Registration
The Costs and Fees of Marriage Registration aren’t exact, especially for Court Marriage. You don’t require too much money to register for Marriage in Nepal. Moreover, you require money for the Marriage Ceremony, printing and notarizing necessary documents, and Fees for Law Firm and Legal assistance.