Marriage Registration in India, done right.
A marriage certificate is the legal proof of your marriage, and you'll need it for a spouse visa, passport updates, name changes, joint bank accounts, insurance and more. VakilHub's verified advocates register marriages under both the Hindu Marriage Act and the Special Marriage Act — preparing your paperwork, filing the application, booking the registrar appointment and arranging witnesses, so you only show up to sign.
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What's included
- Consultation with a registration lawyer to choose the right Act for your case
- Preparation and verification of your full application and supporting documents
- Filing with the office of the Marriage Registrar / SDM and appointment booking
- Witness coordination and guidance for the registration day
- Follow-up and collection of your marriage certificate
Documents you'll need
- Address proof of both spouses (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or utility bill)
- Age / date-of-birth proof (birth certificate, 10th marksheet or passport)
- Passport-size photographs of both spouses
- Proof of marriage (wedding invitation or photographs) for Hindu Marriage Act
- Two to three witnesses with valid government photo ID
Marriage Registration in four simple steps
Tell us about your marriage
Share your details and a registration lawyer advises whether the Hindu Marriage Act or Special Marriage Act applies.
We prepare your application
We draft the application, verify every document and flag anything missing before submission.
Filing and appointment
We file with the local Marriage Registrar / SDM office and book your appointment date.
Sign and collect
You and your witnesses attend, sign before the registrar, and we follow up until your certificate is issued.
Timeline: Typically 7–15 days under the Hindu Marriage Act; 30–60 days under the Special Marriage Act (which requires a notice period).
Marriage Registration FAQs
What's the difference between Hindu Marriage Act and Special Marriage Act registration?
The Hindu Marriage Act applies when both spouses are Hindu, Sikh, Jain or Buddhist and are already married. The Special Marriage Act applies to inter-faith marriages or where you want a civil marriage — it needs a 30-day notice period before registration.
Do both partners need to be present?
Yes. Both spouses must appear before the registrar on the appointment day, along with the required witnesses, to sign the register.
Is a marriage certificate mandatory?
It is the only legal proof of marriage and is required for visas, passports, name changes and most financial and legal processes. Several states have also made registration compulsory.
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