The happy bride and groom can't wait to say the sacramental "YES" to each other. However, before this can happen, certain formalities must be completed before the wedding. See what documents you need to get married!

Formalities before a civil wedding

You wonder what wedding documents will you need? If you are planning a civil wedding, you need a current ID card or passport and the original proof of payment of the stamp duty, or a bank transfer printout. If you are getting married to a foreigner, you must complete additional formalities before the wedding. Remember that all documents must be translated into Polish and stamped and signed by a sworn translator.

Documents for a concordat wedding

Many couples decide to have a concordat wedding, thanks to which they participate in only one ceremony. Taking the marriage vows in the church has legal and religious consequences. In this case, the fulfillment of the necessary formalities rests with the clergyman who, within 5 days of the marriage, sends the appropriate certificate to the registry office. It confirms that the Young Couple got married in his presence.

Remember to complete all the formalities before the wedding well in advance. Thanks to this, you will avoid unnecessary nerves and confusion. If you have decided to have a concordat wedding, in addition to your ID card (or passport), you will need a baptismal certificate, a confirmation certificate, a certificate of pre-wedding announcements. In addition, you must provide a certificate of completed premarital course and counseling sessions.