DELHI LAW FIRM® — ALL INDIA LEGAL SERVICES
Court Marriage • Marriage Registration • Mutual Consent Divorce
Helpline: 9990649999, 9999889091
Website: www.courtmarriage.in
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- Pan-India support: Guidance and coordination in major cities across India.
- End-to-end assistance: Document vetting, drafting, scheduling, filings, and court appearances.
- Clear timelines & checklists: No confusion—step-by-step guidance.
- Client-first approach: Transparent communication, professional handling.
Note: We provide legal assistance and coordination. Final decisions rest with the competent Authority/Court as per law.
Court Marriage (Special Marriage Act, 1954)
Who can apply: Inter-faith/inter-caste couples or same-faith couples preferring registration under SMA.
Basic conditions: Age—Bride 18+ | Groom 21+; free consent; not within prohibited relationship; valid IDs/Proofs.
Documents (Indicative)
- Proof of age: Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/10th Certificate
- Address proof (any one): Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID/Utility bill
- Passport-size photos of both parties (4–6 each)
- Marital status affidavit (single/divorced/widow/er with decree/certificate)
- For foreign nationals (if any): Passport, valid visa, NOC/Marital Status Certificate from Embassy, and proof of stay
- Two–three witnesses with ID & address proofs
Process (Typical SMA flow)
- Document review & drafting of notices/affidavits
- Notice of intended marriage at the Marriage Officer (30-day notice period applies)
- Objection window (if any objections, they are decided as per law)
- Solemnization & Certificate before Marriage Officer with witnesses
Timeline: Generally 30–45 days (subject to local authority schedules and objections, if any).
Marriage Registration (Post-marriage Certificate)
Who should do this: Couples married as per personal law/rituals seeking a legal certificate for records/visas/banking etc.
Documents (Indicative)
- Marriage proof: Photographs of ceremony/Invitation card/Priest certificate (as applicable)
- IDs & address proofs of both spouses
- Age proofs of both spouses
- Joint photograph(s) of the couple
- Witness IDs (2–3 persons)
- For inter-state addresses: proof of residence as per jurisdiction rules
Process
- Document check & online/offline appointment
- Application filing with affidavits as required
- Appearance before Registrar with witnesses
- Issuance of Marriage Certificate
Timeline: Often 1–7 working days post-appointment (varies by jurisdiction and slot availability).
Mutual Consent Divorce (Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 / Special Marriage Act, 1954)
When appropriate: Both spouses agree on separation and key terms (alimony, child custody/visitation, property, etc.).
Essentials
- Mutual consent of both parties
- Settlement terms documented (alimony/maintenance, custody/visitation, stridhan/streedhan, property, etc.)
- Cooling-off period: As per law; in appropriate cases, courts may consider waiver based on facts and precedents.
Process (Typical)
- Consultation & drafting of the Joint Petition and Settlement Terms
- First Motion filing and statements before Court
- Cooling-off period (statutory; waiver subject to judicial discretion)
- Second Motion and Decree of Divorce upon satisfaction of the Court
Timeline: Often 6 months+; may vary depending on court schedule and whether cooling-off is waived in suitable cases.
Pan-India Coverage
New Delhi • Gurugram • Noida • Ghaziabad • Faridabad • Jaipur • Chandigarh • Lucknow • Mumbai • Pune • Ahmedabad • Surat • Bengaluru • Hyderabad • Chennai • Kolkata • Bhopal • Indore • Patna • Ranchi • Bhubaneswar • Raipur • Dehradun • Shimla • Jammu • Thiruvananthapuram • Kochi • Goa • and more (on request)
Fees & Appointments
- Transparent professional fee based on city/jurisdiction, urgency, and complexity.
- Official government charges are separate and payable as per authority schedules.
Call/WhatsApp: 9990649999, 9999889091
Website: www.courtmarriage.in
Quick Checklists
Court Marriage — Quick Checklist
- Age & address proofs (both)
- Passport photos (both)
- Marital status affidavits
- Witness IDs (2–3)
- For foreign/overseas applicants: Passport, visa, Embassy NOC, local stay proof
Marriage Registration — Quick Checklist
- Ceremony proof (photos/invite/priest cert)
- IDs & address proofs (both)
- Witness IDs (2–3)
- Appointment printout/ack
Mutual Consent Divorce — Quick Checklist
- Marriage certificate/adequate proof
- Proposed settlement terms (alimony, custody, property)
- ID proofs (both)
- Any prior litigation orders (if pending cases)
FAQs
Q1. Is court marriage possible for inter-faith couples?
Yes. The Special Marriage Act, 1954 enables solemnization/registration irrespective of religion, subject to statutory conditions and notice period.
Q2. Do I need local address proof in the city where I apply?
Usually yes—jurisdiction and residence rules vary by state/authority. We’ll guide you on acceptable proofs or alternatives.
Q3. How many witnesses are required?
Generally 2–3 adult witnesses with valid ID/address proof. Requirements can vary by office.
Q4. Can the 30-day notice be avoided in Court Marriage?
SMA typically requires notice. Limited exceptions or judicial relief depend on facts/law; we’ll advise case-specifically.
Q5. How long does Mutual Consent Divorce take?
Statutorily ~6 months between motions; in appropriate cases courts may consider waiving the cooling-off period—at the court’s discretion.
Q6. Are fees refundable?
Professional fees and government fees are governed by the engagement terms and authority rules; we’ll clarify before you proceed.
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Disclaimer: This post provides general information and is not legal advice. Timelines, documents, and procedures vary by jurisdiction and facts of each case.