Civil Marriage in Turkey & Cyprus, All You Need to Know

Whether you choose Turkey or Cyprus, both countries are considered one of most popular destinations for civil marriages. Both countries offer a quick and easy process for couples who wish to get married abroad. One thing for the Lebanese to be aware of is that Turkey is a visa-free destination for Lebanese citizens, but they need a visa to enter Cyprus.

The Civil Marriage Law in Turkey and Cyprus regulates all the civil marriage procedures inside both countries and allows non-residents to do all marriage ceremony details within their borders.

In this article, we will provide you with crucial information you need to know before you plan your civil marriage details in Turkey & Cyprus. Proper planning of your civil marriage ceremony will always grant you the great beginning you aspire for and will make it a big success.

Civil Marriage in Turkey:

The Process and Required Documents

To be able to marry in Turkey, couples need to provide us, as a certified travel agent, with all documents that we need to be able to grant them a hassle-free process:

1. Obtaining a document from the local Civil Registry Office (Nüfus Müdürlüğü) stating that both the bride and groom are single and eligible to marry. This document is called “Evlenme Ehliyet Belgesi.”
2. Making an appointment with the local Civil Registry Office to apply for marriage. At this appointment, both the bride and groom must be present, along with two witnesses.
3. Providing the necessary documents, which include:
   • Passport or Turkish identification card (for both the bride and groom)
   • Birth certificate (for both the bride and groom)
   • Divorce certificate or death certificate of the previous spouse, if applicable
   • Residence permit or visa, if one or both of the parties are not Turkish citizens
   • “Evlenme Ehliyet Belgesi” (mentioned in step 1)
4. Paying the necessary fee for the marriage application.
5. After the application is submitted, there is a mandatory waiting period of at least 30 days before the marriage can take place. During this time, the Civil Registry Office will post a notice of the intended marriage to allow for any objections to be raised.
6. After the waiting period is over and there are no objections, the Civil Registry Office will schedule a date for the marriage ceremony.
7. On the day of the marriage ceremony, both the bride and groom, along with their witnesses, must be present at the Civil Registry Office. The ceremony will be conducted by a civil servant and will be completed by signing the marriage certificate.
8. After the ceremony, the marriage certificate will be registered with the Civil Registry Office, and the couple will be considered legally married.

It is important to note that the above information is a general overview, and the exact procedures and requirements may vary depending on the specific location in Turkey.

Civil Marriage in Cyprus:

The Process and Required Documents

To be able to marry in Cyprus, couples need to provide us, as a certified travel agent, with their documents in the following order:

• A valid passport or ID card
• A birth certificate
• A certificate of marital status (also known as a single status certificate)
• A decree absolute, if either party was divorced
• A death certificate of the previous spouse, if either party was widowed

After contacting our civil marriage agents in Cyprus, we will prepare the needed arrangements so the couples can get married at a marriage registry office, town hall, or a hotel licensed for weddings. The cost of civil marriage in Cyprus varies depending on the location and the services provided, such as flowers, photography, music, and catering.

At Executive R Sarl, we will contact the local authorities and a licensed wedding planner in Cyprus to get more information about the available civil marriage packages, prices, and requirements around the time of your designated wedding day.

What We Offer You

At executive R Sarl, we will help you with the civil marriage process in Turkey and Cyprus by assisting with the planning and organizing of all the wedding ceremony details, travel arrangements, and accommodation for the couple and their guests.

Here are some specific ways that we, as certified travel agents, can help concerning civil marriage in Turkey & Cyprus:

1. We provide information about the legal requirements for getting married in both; Turkey and Cyprus, including the necessary documents and procedures.
2. We help the couple choose a location and venue for the wedding ceremony based on their preferences and budget.
3. We arrange all the essential and complimentary services such as the wedding officiant, photographer, florist, caterer, and music.
4. We assist you with flight booking, accommodation, and transportation for the couple and their guests.
5. We offer advice and recommendations for activities and attractions in both; Turkey & Cyprus, such as sightseeing tours and romantic excursions.
6. We coordinate with the local authorities and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly on the wedding day.

Our Final Thought

As a travel agent specializing in destination weddings, we can offer a complete range of services to make the planning and execution of civil marriage in Turkey & Cyprus easier and more enjoyable for the couple. We can also help the couple save time and money by providing access to exclusive deals and discounts.
Contact us for your inquiries, and let us help you make your civil marriage, whether in Turkey or Cyprus, an act of genius success.