Frequently asked questions

Where are the registry offices in Denmark?
How long does the stopover in Denmark take?
What are the emerging costs?
Is the Denmark matrimony recognised in Germany?
Is the Denmark matrimony approved worldwide?
How can I legalise my marriage certificate?
Which documents do I need as an American/English soldier?
Do we need Marriage witnesses?
Can you book for us hotel and train tickets?
In what case is the original certificate of my divorce decree needed?
What is to be considered in case of an American divorce decree?
What is to be considered in case of a Russian/Belorussian/Ukrainian divorce decree?
What is to be considered in case of a Thai divorce decree?
Can I get married with a tourist Visa in Denmark ?
How can I obtain a proof of address in Germany?
What is the validation period of the proof of address?
What is the validation period of my birth certificate?

Where are the registry offices in Denmark?

We co-operate with several registry offices in Denmark. They are situated at the border areas of Germany as well as in the heart of Denmark. Your marriage location will depend on the capacity and flexibility of the respective registry office.

How long does the stopover in Denmark take?

This varies accordingly. Some registry offices require a maximum of 3 days stopover and some require none. Registry offices which require a stopover are situated at the border areas and they have a greater capacity. Here we do have marriage appointments quota. The registry offices with one or none stopover are situated in the inland and they have a limited capacity.

What are the emerging costs?

Our service charge, the service charge of the registry office in Denmark which is 500,-DKK (ca. 70,-Euro), travel and if need be accommodation costs.

Is the Denmark matrimony recognised in Germany?

Yes, due to the accreditation agreement between Denmark and Germany. Some foreign offices in Germany require however, a legalised Marriage certificate via Apostille from the Denmark state department.

Is the Denmark matrimony approved worldwide?

ZYou have to personally inquire at the respective embassy in Copenhagen. An address list where the embassies are situated can be obtained from us.

How can I legalise my marriage certificate?

Via the Danish ministry of foreign affairs. On 01.01.2007 Denmark, signed The Hague-Apostille-Agreement, which necessitates the legalisation of the document only via an Apostille. We can legalise the document for you for a service charge of 120,-Euro.

Which documents do I need as an American/English soldier?

We need your birth certificate (copy), Identity card (copy), confirmation letter from a supervisor, that you are single/divorced (original). When divorced a legally binding document of your divorce decree (original)

Do we need Marriage witnesses?

No, the respective registry office provides you with marriage witnesses free of charge.

Can you book for us hotel and train tickets?

No, since we are not a travel agency. But in your service package from us you will get a list containing an exact routing map and a list of several accommodation offers. A call is enough to make reservations. However, we can make reservations for you at your marriage location for a fee of 30,-Euro.

In what case is the original certificate of my divorce decree needed?

If the divorce decree is from a non-EU country, we forward the document to the registry office for examination. The original document will be handed back on the marriage day together with the marriage certificate.

What is to be considered in case of an American divorce decree?

Should it not be indicated in the divorce decree that the document is legally binding and unimpeachable, you need a confirmation letter from the respective law court.

What is to be considered in case of a Russian/Belorussian/Ukrainian divorce decree?

The divorce decree should be certified by an Apostille and subsequently translated into German or English.

What is to be considered in case of a Thai divorce decree?

The divorce decree must be certified by the Danish Embassy in Bangkok. In case the divorce decree is from a Thai woman and the document date of issue is less than 310 days, the woman has to bring a medical verification stating that she is not pregnant.

Can I get married with a tourist Visa in Denmark ?

Yes, when you legally enter the country and provide all the necessary required documents. You can enter the country with a Schengen-visa.

How can I obtain a proof of address in Germany?

As a tourist you can register yourself in Germany. Persons registered in Germany can obtain a "Aufenthaltsbescheinigung" a proof of address. In the document there is a "family status" sector and if you indicate single, this document is valid as a single verification in some registry offices in Denmark. Unfortunately, not all registry offices acknowledge this document, some demand for a single verification from your home country.

What is the validation period of the proof of address?

Date of issue should not exceed 2 months. Otherwise you can always get a new one.

What is the validation period of my birth certificate?

Date of issue of birth certificate is not relevant. It is always valid.

If your queries could not be answered, please do not hesitate to call us:

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