🔹 Introduction

🏛️ In today’s global era, love and relationships often cross international borders. Thousands of Indian citizens living abroad — as Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), or even foreign nationals — seek to get married legally in India.
However, such marriages require special legal compliance, documentation, and registration to ensure validity both in India and abroad.

Delhi Law Firm® provides All-India legal assistance for NRI and foreign marriages — including documentation, embassy attestation, notice formalities, and registration under Indian and international law.

⚖️ Legal Framework for NRI and Foreign Marriages

Depending on the religion, nationality, and place of marriage, NRI or foreign marriages in India can be solemnized under one of the following laws:

1️⃣ Special Marriage Act, 1954

This Act allows marriage between any two individuals — Indian or foreign — irrespective of religion.

Key Features:

Either party must reside in India for at least 30 days before applying.
A 30-day public notice is issued by the Marriage Officer.
Marriage is solemnized in the presence of three witnesses.
Marriage certificate issued under this Act is legally valid worldwide.

Documents Required:

Passport and Visa of both partners
Proof of residence in India
Birth certificate or age proof
Passport-size photographs
Divorce decree or death certificate (if applicable)
No-Objection Certificate (NOC) or Marital Status Certificate from the concerned Embassy

2️⃣ Foreign Marriage Act, 1969

If both parties are living outside India, their marriage can be solemnized at the Indian Embassy or Consulate under this Act.

Key Points:

The Marriage Officer is the Diplomatic or Consular Officer appointed by the Government of India.
Notice of marriage is filed at the Embassy and published for 30 days.
After due verification, the marriage is registered, and a Foreign Marriage Certificate is issued — valid in India and abroad.

3️⃣ Religious or Traditional Marriages

Depending on faith, an NRI or foreign national may solemnize the marriage under:

Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (through Arya Samaj Mandir® ceremony)
Muslim Personal Law (Nikah) for Muslims
Christian Marriage Act, 1872 for Christian couples

Such religious marriages can later be registered under Section 8 of the respective Act or under the Special Marriage Act for broader legal recognition internationally.

🧾 Step-by-Step Process for NRI or Foreigner Marriage in India

1️⃣ Verification of Documents and Identity
Ensure all documents are duly attested, translated (if needed), and apostilled.
2️⃣ Apply for Notice of Intended Marriage
File the notice at the office of the Marriage Officer where at least one party has resided for 30 days.
3️⃣ Publication of Notice (30 Days)
The Marriage Officer issues a public notice inviting objections, if any.
4️⃣ Verification and Witnesses
Submit original documents and produce three adult witnesses with valid ID proof.
5️⃣ Solemnization and Registration
Marriage is performed in the presence of the Marriage Officer and witnesses.
6️⃣ Certificate of Marriage
Issued immediately after solemnization — valid across India and internationally.

🌍 Why Choose Delhi Law Firm® for NRI & Foreign Marriages

🇮🇳 Pan-India Service Network for marriage registration and legal documentation
⚖️ Expert Legal Team specializing in cross-border and embassy formalities
🕒 Fast & Transparent Process — from notice filing to certificate issuance
🏛️ Assistance with Apostille, Attestation, and Embassy Verification
📜 Drafting of Affidavits, NOCs, and Declarations for foreign nationals
💬 24×7 support through call, WhatsApp, or email

📍 Popular NRI Marriage Locations Covered

📞 Contact Delhi Law Firm®

For legal consultation and nationwide assistance with NRI / foreign marriage, court marriage, or marriage registration, contact us anytime:

📲 Helpline: 9990649999 / 9999889091
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Delhi Law Firm® — Your Marriage, Our Legal Guarantee.

⚖️ Principle: Preventing Honour Killings

In the landmark case Shakti Vahini v. Union of India (2018) 7 SCC 192, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India issued preventive, remedial, and punitive measures to combat honour killings and protect the fundamental right of adults to choose their life partners.

The Court unequivocally held that khap panchayats or family members cannot interfere in the marriage of two consenting adults, regardless of their caste, religion, or community background.

💡 Why This Judgment Matters

This judgment reinforces the constitutional guarantees of liberty, privacy, and dignity under Articles 19 and 21 of the Constitution. It ensures that every adult citizen has the right to marry a person of their choice — without fear, pressure, or violence.

At Delhi Law Firm®, we regularly rely on this ruling in court marriage protection petitions for inter-faith and inter-caste couples, safeguarding their rights and ensuring their safety.

🔖 Key Legal Takeaways

✅ Upholds the right to marry freely as part of personal liberty
✅ Empowers police and district administrations to prevent honour crimes
✅ Mandates protection for couples facing family or community threats

🕊 Delhi Law Firm® — Protecting Love, Upholding Law

Delhi Law Firm® is a trusted all-India legal team handling court marriage, marriage registration, inter-faith marriage, and protection petitions.
Our experienced advocates provide confidential legal advice, swift documentation, and nationwide assistance for couples exercising their legal right to marry.

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🌐 Website: www.delhilawfirm.in
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