Trinidad and Tobago - Getting Married

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Procedure

Civil, Muslim and Orisa marriages must be performed by a licensed Marriage Officer. Marriage Officers are ordained ministers of a recognized religious denomination or organization. Civil marriage is the most common form of marriage in Trinidad and Tobago and can be performed by a Marriage Officer, Warden or the Registrar General. All Christian marriages performed in a church are civil marriages, provided the presiding minister is a licensed Marriage Officer.

How do I arrange a Civil Marriage?

Couples wanting to get married must first give Notice of Marriage in person at a Civil Registry office. This includes those who wish to get married through a religious ceremony in a church. Please follow the link below for Civil Registry office locations.

If you are subject to Immigration Control you must contact the Registrar General at (868) 624-1660 as you will require permission to marry in this country.

Before giving Notice of Marriage you must:

• Make an appointment to give notice in person at the registrar's office.
• Know the venue for your marriage, such as a registrar's office, church or other location.

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Required Documents

You need to bring the following documents to your appointment:

• Permission to marry if you are not a National of Trinidad & Tobago.
• Evidence of identity - such as a National ID Card, Driver's Permit or Passport.
• Proof of address - such as a utility bill.
• At least seven days must have elapsed from the date of giving notice before the marriage can take place. The notice is valid for one year.

Office Locations & Contacts

Civil Registry Offices

Registration House

72-74 South Quay

Port of Spain

(868) 624-1660

10 Leotaud Street

San Fernando

(868) 653-4858

32 Pro Queen Street

Arima

(868) 667-1700

Caroline Building #2

11 Hamilton Street

Scarborough

Tobago

(868) 639-3210

For more information on Civil Marriages, or for information on Muslim, Hindu or Orisa marriages, please contact:

Registrar General's Office

Registration House

South Quay

Port of Spain

Trinidad, West Indies

Tel. (868) 624-1660

Opening hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Registrar General Division

Central Administrative Services, Tobago (CAST)

Jerningham Street

Scarborough

Tobago, West Indies

Tel. (868) 639-2652-7

Fax. (868) 639-2505

E-mail: [email protected]

Opening hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

For more information, please follow the link http://www.legalaffairs.gov.tt/registrar/Default.htm

Eligibility

You must be 18 years of age to marry in Trinidad and Tobago, but exemptions may be granted on religious grounds. The minimum age for Muslim marriages is 12 years old. The minimum age for Hindu marriages is 16 years old. Please contact the Registrar General for information on how to apply for an age exemption.

Fees

The cost for a marriage license is TT$62.50. You must also pay an additional TT$25.00 to obtain a certified copy of the Marriage Certificate.

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