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MARRIAGE IN THE TRNC Last Updated 18 Aug 2024

Information for those looking to 'tie the knot' in Northern Cyprus.

General Information on Marriage for Foreigners in TRNC

Only foreigners residing in the country with a residence permit, work visa, or student visa—not on a tourist visa—are eligible to marry in Northern Cyprus.

In this case, marriage registration is not conducted by a marriage officer but by the district governor of the place of residence. To proceed, an application must be submitted to the governor's office along with the necessary documentation.

Documents Required for Marriage in Northern Cyprus

• Application addressed to the governor
• Valid passports and their copies
• Birth certificates from your country (originals and translations into Turkish)
• Certificates of non-marriage from your country (originals and translations into Turkish)
• In case of divorce, a divorce certificate (originals and translations into Turkish) is required
• Residence documents. This can either be your TRNC Residency Permit or a Mukhtar's Letter.
• Proof of legal residence in the country (residence permit, work visa, or student visa)

Frequently Asked Questions About Marriage in Northern Cyprus

Where will this marriage be legally recognized?

This marriage will be legally valid only in Northern Cyprus. To ensure its legality, you may need to marry again in your 'home' country.