Life journey
Getting Married
A step-by-step guide to preparing the documents and government requirements you may need before getting married. JUANGUIDE helps couples understand the important documents, certificates, and government services needed before marriage.
Checklist
Marriage Preparation Checklist
PREPARE YOUR BIRTH CERTIFICATE
A PSA Birth Certificate may be required for marriage applications and other official transactions.
REQUEST A CENOMAR
A Certificate of No Marriage Record (CENOMAR) confirms whether a person has an existing marriage record in the PSA database.
PREPARE VALID IDENTIFICATION
Prepare valid government-issued IDs that may be required for identity verification.
GET A BARANGAY CLEARANCE
Some local government offices may require barangay documents depending on local procedures.
COMPLETE MARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS
Requirements may include documents, applications, and attendance at required seminars depending on your location.
REQUEST A MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE
After your marriage is registered, request an official PSA Marriage Certificate for future transactions.
Marriage Preparation Timeline
Before marriage, prepare your records, confirm local procedures, complete the required steps, and request your official certificate after registration.
Step 1
Prepare personal documents:
PSA Birth Certificate,
CENOMAR, and
valid IDs.
Step 2
Visit your Local Civil Registrar and confirm application requirements, the marriage license process, and any required seminars or counseling.
Step 3
Complete the required procedures and follow the instructions given by your local office such as;
the marriage license application,
required seminars, and
submission of documents
Step 4
After marriage registration, request your PSA Marriage Certificate for government updates, benefits, and legal transactions.
Before You Visit Your Local Civil Registrar
Confirm the latest requirements with your municipality or city. Prepare original documents and copies. Check if seminars or counseling are required. Make sure names and dates match your official records. Ask about processing times and applicable fees.
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