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How to Get a CEMAR
A Certificate of Marriage Record (CEMAR), also known as a Marriage Certificate Advisory, is an official document issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) that provides information about a person’s recorded marriage history in the civil registry. It is commonly required for legal transactions, immigration applications, and other official purposes.
Government Agency: Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
Before you begin
- Who is this for? This guide is for individuals who need a record of marriage information for purposes such as:
- Immigration and visa applications
- Legal transactions
- Government requirements
- Marriage-related documentation
- Personal records
- Can you apply online? Yes.
- Applicants may request PSA civil registry documents online through authorized PSA service channels and receive the document through available delivery options.
- What should you prepare?
- Prepare your personal information, marriage record details, delivery information, and payment method before placing your request.
- Important to Know:
- A CEMAR provides information about recorded marriages associated with a person’s civil registry record. It is different from a Marriage Certificate, which is a certified copy of a specific marriage record.
What you may need to prepare
Prepare the following information before requesting a CEMAR (Certificate of Marriage Record). Accurate personal details help PSA locate the correct civil registry record and prevent delays in processing.
Complete Birth Information
Prepare accurate details from the birth record, including:
- Full name at birth
- Date of birth
- Place of birth
- Names of parents (if available)
Delivery Information
Provide your complete and accurate delivery address if requesting through an online service.
Valid Government-Issued ID
Prepare a valid ID for identity verification when required by the request method or transaction type.
Marriage Record Details
repare available information about the marriage record, such as:
- Date of marriage
- Place of marriage
- Name of spouse
Payment Method
Prepare an available payment method for the applicable PSA service fee.
How to apply
Step 1 — Choose Your Request Method
Visit the official PSA certificate ordering service or an authorized PSA service channel and select the appropriate civil registry document request.
Step 2 — Provide Your Personal Information
Enter your personal details accurately, including your complete name, date of birth, place of birth, and other information needed to locate the record.
Step 3 — Provide Your Marriage Record Details
Enter available marriage information, including the date of marriage, place of marriage, and spouse information when required.
Step 4 — Review Your Request Information
Check all details before submitting your request to avoid delays caused by incorrect or incomplete information.
Step 5 — Complete Payment
Select your preferred payment method and settle the required service fee for your CEMAR request.
Step 6 — Receive Your CEMAR
Your requested PSA document will be delivered to your provided address or released through your selected claiming option.
Before You Request
- Prepare accurate personal and marriage record information.
- Double-check spelling of names and dates.
- Use a complete and correct delivery address.
- Keep your payment confirmation or reference number.
- Request only through official or authorized PSA service channels.
Official Government Service
Ready to apply?
Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) provides official civil registry documents, including marriage-related records, through authorized PSA service channels. Applicants may request their CEMAR through available PSA services and receive the document through delivery or claiming options.
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Official sources
JUANGUIDE provides simplified guides to help citizens understand government services. Always verify the latest requirements, fees, processing times, and procedures through the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) or its authorized service channels.
Official Agency: Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)