Civil ceremonies in Italy are legally binding. Legal procedures involves a good deal of paperwork and visits to several public offices. Our experienced wedding planners will be taking care of all these procedures. Some documents, however, must be provided by you. Do not worry if it sounds complicated, we will be sending you easy step-by-step instructions.

Us citizens getting married in Italy  must present the following documents:

1)   Valid passports

2)    Birth Certificates

3)   Evidence of termination of any previous marriage, if applicable (final divorce decree or Certificate of Death of former spouse).

4)  A Sworn Declaration (Affidavit). The Affidavit can be done in front of a notary public in Chile.

5)  Nulla Osta Certificate. This certificate, stating there is no impediment the wedding,  is released  by the Chilean Consular Office in Italy.  The certificate fee  may vary. At the present time (December 2010) it amounts to 20 Euros.

All those planning a wedding in Italy must also comply with specific requirements of Italian law:

a)   You must be over 18 of age.

b)  Any previous marriage must have been terminated at least 300 days before the new marriage.

c)   You must be of opposite sex.  According to Italian regulations people of the same sex are not allowed get married.

The requirements of each town hall may slightly differ and further special requirements may occur according to your country of origin.  

All those booking a wedding with Exclusive Wedding will receive detailed paperwork instructions and assistance for all the procedures in Italy.

 For more information on Civil Weddings  in Italy   

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