Court Marriage Services

Court Marriage in Nepal

Advocate Keshar Bahadur Dahal assists couples with court marriage in Nepal at the District Court in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur. The service covers document preparation, coordination with the court, and follow-up for Nepali citizens, inter-caste couples, and cases involving foreign spouses.

Court Marriage Services

We provide comprehensive court marriage registration services across Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur, handling all types of marriage registrations under Nepal law.

District Court Marriage Registration
Inter-caste Marriage
Inter-religious Marriage
Foreign Spouse Registration
Ward Recommendation Coordination
Document Preparation
Witness Verification Support
Marriage Certificate Attestation

Why Choose Us?

Fast Processing
Same-day registration when documents are ready
Complete Assistance
End-to-end support from documentation to certificate
Court & Ward Coordination
Direct guidance for District Court and Ward Office formalities
Foreign Spouse Expert
Experienced in international marriage cases

Registration Process

Simple steps to get your marriage legally registered in Nepal

Step 1

Document Collection

We help gather citizenship certificates, Ward Office unmarried recommendations, photos, and all required documents.

Step 2

Court Application Filing

We draft and file your joint marriage application at the appropriate District Court.

Step 3

Judge Verification

We accompany you and your witnesses before the District Court Judge for verification and consent.

Step 4

Certificate Issuance

Your official court marriage certificate is issued by the District Court.

Court Marriage FAQ

Common questions about marriage registration in Nepal

What is the legal age for marriage in Nepal?

Under Nepal's Muluki Civil Code 2074 (Section 70), the minimum legal marriage age is 20 years completed for both men and women, with or without parental consent.

What documents are required for court marriage in Nepal?

Required documents include: citizenship certificates of both parties, 4 passport-size photos each, unmarried/single status recommendation letters from respective Ward Offices, a temporary residence letter (if applying outside your permanent district), and two adult witnesses with their citizenship copies.

Can foreigners get married in Nepal?

Yes, foreigners can marry in Nepal at the District Court. They need a valid passport, visa, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their embassy in Nepal, proof of at least 15 days stay in Nepal, and a notarized Nepali translation of their home country's marriage laws.

How long does court marriage registration take?

Once Ward Office unmarried recommendation letters are ready, court marriage at the District Court typically takes 2 working days (Day 1 application filing and verification; Day 2 court appearance and certificate issuance). For foreign nationals, a mandatory 15-day stay in Nepal is required before filing.

Is court marriage valid for visa purposes?

Yes, court marriage certificates issued by Nepal's District Courts are legally valid documents recognized worldwide for spouse visa applications, immigration, and official purposes. We also assist with Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) attestation.