Marriage abroad

Modern lovers are increasingly abandoning the classic wedding day with a bride price, large feasts, a huge number of relatives, a toastmaster and outdated competitions. Instead, couples decide to hold a romantic and touching ceremony in another country - on a beautiful island or in an ancient castle in Europe. How to organize a wedding abroad, how much it will cost, as well as other nuances of such a celebration, we will discuss in this article.

Symbolic or official registration

The bride and groom have two options for a wedding ceremony in a foreign country:

1. Legal marriage registered abroad. A very complex and rather expensive option, but at the same time unusual. Russian citizens cannot legally sign in all parts of the world.
2. Symbolic is a beautiful outdoor production starring the newlyweds, exchanging touching vows and a professional actor as the registrar. You can organize such a wedding absolutely anywhere in the world. Usually, lovers first register their relationship in the registry office of Russia, and then arrange a romantic holiday abroad.

Where and how to hold an official wedding

Countries

If everything is clear with a symbolic celebration and it can be done anywhere, then with an official one it is more difficult. So, the list of states where a couple can sign abroad:

• Europe : in Slovenia, Hungary, Germany, Austria, Italy, Greece, Ireland, Poland, Czech Republic, France and Spain. Breathtaking landscapes, aristocratic castles and villas, near a lake or forest. The air is literally saturated with romance, interesting streets, all of these, of course, are European cities that often captivate the hearts of lovers;
• islands : in Cuba, the Grenadines, Sri Lanka, Fiji, Seychelles, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mauritius, Bahamas, Barbados, Cyprus and Crete. These options are for lovers of exotic beauty, blue clear seas and hot weather. A wedding held in such a place will definitely be remembered for a long time;
• neighboring countries - Ukraine, Latvia, Bulgaria, Belarus also formalize the relations of Russians in their territories;
• other countries : Turkey, United States of America, Australia, Mexico and New Zealand. They will also officially register the marriage, which will be valid in the Russian Federation.

But, for example, Thailand, Egypt, China and the United Arab Emirates, which are so popular among Russian residents, do not allow you to legally start a family, that is, sign, but they can carry out excellent on-site registration.

What documents are needed

You also need to know that the official organization of a marriage abroad has a number of important points, this concerns the necessary papers and the legalization of a marriage in Russia. So, you will need:

• passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation, 2 pcs.;
• birth certificate of the bride and groom;
• certificates from a notary certifying marital status;
• certificates of termination of marriage or death of the previous spouse, if they were previously married;
• a document taken from the civil registry office stating that there are no legal obstacles to the marriage;
• certificate of change of surname, if it was different before.

• This package of papers must be notarized while still in Russia, and also translated into the language of the country in which you want to sign.
• Don't forget about copies of these papers.
• On certificates of divorce, birth and death of one of the spouses, an apostille is placed - a special badge, which is an international standardized form for filling out information about the legality of documents for presenting them in other states.

Who organizes

Many people on such troubles themselves But for this you will need a lot of free time, as well as extreme attentiveness and composure.

If you still want to trust the professionals, then it could be:

• tour operator - just contact a company that organizes weddings in other countries;
• wedding agencies - the organizer can either be from Russia and you take him with you abroad where the holiday is planned, or you find a person already on the spot.

Most likely, a specialist working abroad will speak English, keep this in mind.

Price

So, let's look at the approximate cost in some countries. We will give prices in rubles and only for newlyweds, without a banquet hall, cars and guests. All this is calculated separately, based on your desires and capabilities.

1. In Cyprus, organizing a ceremony, including flights and accommodation, will cost you 150 thousand.
2. In Greece, for 130,000, they will select and decorate the ceremony site for you, and also provide you with a Russian-speaking host.
3. In Prague, 120 thousand rubles will be enough to completely arrange the location, documents, and there will also be money left over for rings.
4. In Jamaica, 300,000 will be enough to decorate the area, the registrar, and even for flights with accommodation.
5. In the Dominican Republic, for 280 thousand you will live in a hotel on an all-inclusive basis, this amount will include wedding registration, a package of necessary documents, flights, and even a photographer.
6. On the island of Mauritius they will ask for about 330,000 – this is for all organization services.
7. In the Seychelles, such a holiday will cost you 350,000.
8. State of Barbados - for flights, accommodation and painting they will ask for 400,000 rubles.
9. The most expensive option is French Polynesia , where you will have to pay about 700,000.

The prices presented may vary according to the course and also depending on the desired package of services.

Where and how to hold a symbolic ceremony

Beach

The most popular place abroad among Russians for exit registration is, of course, the sea or ocean shore. Private beaches are perfect for organizing a ceremony, in most cases belonging to hotels, with which you will need to agree so that on the desired day there will be no one else there except you.

You can even move to some small uninhabited island, there are many of them, for example, in Thailand and have a wedding there.

Yacht

Another great place to conduct a symbolic marriage ceremony is a yacht or motor ship. Renting a boat will not be a problem. You can also arrange the entire banquet there after the exchange of vows.

Although this pleasure will cost more than the previous one, you will enjoy the boat trip. More daring newlyweds can jump into the sea directly from the watercraft.

You will definitely remember such a holiday abroad for a long time.

Required documents

With a staged on-site registration, everything is much simpler than organizing an official one. You will need:

• two international passports;
• visa, if required in the country you are interested in;
• tourist packages or round trip plane tickets;
  Buy air tickets in advance and you will save a lot of money.
• booked accommodation if you are not flying on a tour package;
• optional medical insurance.

Advantages and disadvantages

To be sure whether you want such a ceremony or not, let’s look at the most important advantages and disadvantages of celebrating abroad.

Positive sides

• of course, the registration in question will be unique and inimitable;
• you can find absolutely any place and make all your desires and dreams come true;
• lovers can choose any date for their holiday.

Negative aspects

• official painting abroad is the most expensive of all possible options for holding a wedding celebration today;
• will require long and careful preparation, because it is necessary to: choose a suitable country, book a location you like, obtain permission for marriage, open visas, if, of course, they are needed, find specialists;
• guests - the issue of their arrival is very complex. After all, providing everyone with flights and accommodation abroad is quite expensive. It's good if they take it upon themselves. If not, then you will either have to save for a long time to organize a large, magnificent celebration, or limit yourself to only your closest people.

Some tips

1. Prepare for an official wedding abroad in advance, not just a few months, but preferably a year in advance.
2. You need to know that some states, before you can be registered, will require you to first live on their territory. For example, on the island of Sri Lanka, this will take four days, in the Seychelles already eleven, but in France as many as forty.  
3. There are countries where you will have to wait for permission to get married from the authorities. This may take from two months to six months. These especially include: Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
4. Abroad, girls do not take their spouse’s surname after the wedding. Exceptions are the Czech Republic, Slovenia and Austria.  

   Therefore, you will need to obtain a certificate of change of surname in Russia.

5. Some places have rules regarding religion. For example, on the island of Bali, a couple in love who decides to get married must be of the same faith.
6. Choose carefully not only the location for the wedding, but also the state. 

   Find out in advance whether you can officially register there or whether you can only organize a symbolic away ceremony.

7. Don’t forget about the list of necessary documents required for registration in a foreign country, especially if you are preparing on your own. A wedding celebration is an important day in the life of loving hearts, and if you want a wedding abroad, then you definitely need to make your dreams come true. But remember, the most important thing is not the host country, but your sincere and true love!

 

Marriage registration abroad

Based on the provisions of the Family Code, it is possible to register a civil marriage outside of Russia, that is, abroad. Also, the possibility of concluding and canceling the procedure is indicated in the Hague Convention, adopted in 1978.

Is it possible to register a marriage in another country?

Legislation

Russian laws also provide for the opportunity for the bride and groom to marry and register it abroad. The conditions of the ceremony are prescribed in the Family Code.

Article 158. Recognition of marriages concluded outside the Russian Federation

• paragraph 1 states that a legal union of Russians, citizens of Russia with foreigners, formalized under the laws of another state, is recognized as valid. The procedure is possible only if there are no obstacles;
• Clause 2 states that the Russian government recognizes marriage relations of citizens of other countries, for example, Germany, if the rules of legality are met.

Article 158 of the Family Code of the Russian Federation “Recognition of marriages concluded outside the territory of the Russian Federation”

Article 14. Circumstances preventing marriage

It is impossible to legalize documents and marriages entered into by people abroad on the basis of this article. Marital relations are prohibited between:

• the person already has a husband or wife. The wedding will only be possible if the union is annulled or declared invalid;
• participants in the marriage ceremony are relatives (sisters, brothers, parents, children, granddaughters and grandfathers). The basis for the ban is the negative health of children born as a result of incestuous relationships;
• The marriage is formalized by the adoptive parent and the child. Based on Russian legislation, such children are comparable to their own children.
• people who have mental disorders, as well as those declared incompetent by a court.

Article 14 of the Family Code of the Russian Federation “Circumstances preventing marriage”

Types of marriages abroad

• in the church with the issuance of a certificate. Authorities are vested in organizations from Finland, Poland, and the USA. Marriages can only be celebrated by parishioners;
• civil partnership. Some states recognize such forms of relations. Partnership is equivalent to marriage and cohabitation at the same time;
• at the consulate. Based on Art. 157 IC, Russians can hold a wedding at a diplomatic mission abroad. Marriage at the consulate is official and acceptable for international newlyweds;
• same-sex. The forms, legal consequences and powers of spouses vary from country to country;
• actual, or cohabitation. Citizens of the Russian Federation can also live without an official ceremony. Such relationships have legal consequences.

Article 157 of the Family Code of the Russian Federation “Marriages in diplomatic missions and consular offices”

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Symbolic and official ceremony: what is the difference

Is foreign marriage recognized in Russia?

The grounds on which a marriage registered abroad will be valid in Russia are given in Art. 158 SK. The obstacles are detailed in Art. 14 SK. Keep in mind that domestic authorities officially recognize only legalized documents.

Same-sex marriage

Same-sex marriage has been officially legalized by 28 countries (Portugal, Finland, Germany, France, Spain). Another 16 states recognize same-sex cohabitation and partnerships, but limit the rights of couples. For example, in Estonia, Hungary, Andorra, and the Czech Republic, IVF, adoption, and surrogate mother services are prohibited.

Article 1 of the Family Code of the Russian Federation “Basic principles of family legislation”

Procedure for registering a marriage abroad

After the wedding has taken place, the apostilization procedure is carried out. This will eliminate obstacles from each state.

Conditions for official registration of marriage abroad

• compliance with the legislative norms of the host country;
• no violations under Art. 14 SK;
• mandatory legalization;
• notarized translation of a foreign marriage certificate into the state language;
• contacting the civil registry office at the place of registration to get a stamp.

List of required documents for marriage

• birth certificates;
• copies and originals of passports - foreign and domestic;
• a statement indicating the absence of a marital relationship at present;
• papers confirming the dissolution of a previous marriage;
• death certificate of spouse (for widows and widowers);
• an extract from the Russian registry office, which states that there are no legal obstacles.

Cost of an official ceremony in other countries

When calculating, a marriage entered into by a couple of Russian citizens who choose a wedding abroad will be cheaper than a domestic one. Thus, a traditional ceremony with on-site registration for 50 people will cost an average of 450 thousand rubles. In St. Petersburg you will need to pay 850 thousand - 1.5 million rubles for it, in Perm - 300 thousand rubles.

When registering a marriage on the territory of another state, Russians will spend:

• from 100 to 600 thousand rubles. for two without guests - this includes travel expenses, housing for 5-7 days, the ceremony itself;
• during the peak tourist season - 20-30% more funds;
• from 150 to 200 thousand rubles. - when organizing painting yourself;
• plus 70-120 thousand rubles. - if you entrust matters to companies offering a “wedding package” (symbolic ceremony, payment of taxes, payments to registrars, decorators, lawyers for legalization of documents);
• plus 45-50 euros for notarization of documents at the consulate.

How long will it take?

• Greece - permit is issued within 7 days. A wedding is possible only after the documents are certified by the consulate;
• Las Vegas - you can get married and get divorced in one day;
• Mauritius island - weddings for foreign citizens are held only on weekends, brides and grooms must arrive 3 days in advance;
• France - Russians must live in any city for at least 10-40 days;
• Switzerland, Austria, Germany - authorities will issue a permit in 2-6 months.

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The time for the celebration can be clarified at the diplomatic mission of the country.

Change of surname and citizenship when registering a marriage with a foreign citizen

In Russia, in most cases, a girl takes her husband’s surname. When registering a marriage in another state, the change of surname is not indicated. This can be done upon returning to the Russian Federation. There are exceptions in some countries. For example, in Austria, Slovenia and the Czech Republic, a woman will receive an official document with a different surname.

The process of changing citizenship has a number of nuances:

• replacing a Russian passport with a new one and obtaining a foreign passport with a different surname;
• mandatory extract from the place of registration in the Russian Federation, consular registration in the country of residence;
• complete replacement of bank cards, TIN, SNILS, medical policy;
• obtaining citizenship of another state - after 3 years in the standard manner;
• obtaining citizenship in a simplified manner - by residence on the basis of an official temporary permit.

Confirmation of marriage in Russia: how to legalize the certificate

A certificate is issued for a marriage registered abroad, according to the requirements and in the language of another state. To legitimize the union, Russian citizens are required to undergo apostillization.

Simplified procedure for legalizing a certificate

After marriage is concluded in the countries party to the 1961 Hague Convention, the legalization of documents is carried out in a simplified manner. For this you will need:

• affix an apostille to the authority that registered the marriage;
• contact the civil registry office to enter the document into the register and obtain a stamp in the passport.

If you get married in a state that is part of the CIS, legalization is also simplified. The basis is the Mutual Assistance Convention of 1992. Russians who signed in Bulgaria, Algeria, and Vietnam do not undergo legalization for reasons of bilateral agreements between the governments of the countries.

The usual procedure for legalizing a marriage certificate

If a family union is registered in a state that has not signed the Hague Convention and does not have an agreement with the Russian Federation, the certificate is legalized on a general basis:

1. Writing an application using a standard form (issued at the consulate or downloaded from the State Services website);
2. Providing a package of documents. It includes a marriage certificate, its notarized translation and a receipt for payment of the state fee;
3. Legalization or refusal.

Download a sample application

What difficulties may arise

Registration of a future marriage and holding a ceremony abroad is not so easy. Couples in love may face several obstacles:

• in China, UAE, Thailand or Egypt, the certificate is not valid;
• in Indonesia only Catholics, Buddhists, Protestants, Muslims, Hindus can sign;
• a marriage license issued in Hawaii is certified by the Department of Health;
• newlyweds who want to get married in Bali must profess the same religion;
• you need to live in the Seychelles for 11 days, and in Sri Lanka - 4 days before the wedding;
• in Austria or Germany you can only get married with permission;
• in Puerto Rico, Egypt, and Taiwan, the marriageable age for the bride and groom is 20-21 years.

In which countries can Russians register a marriage so that it is valid in their homeland?

A full marriage ceremony with a simplified process of legalizing the certificate is possible in several countries:

• Dominican Republic;
• Bahamas;
• Austria;
• Brazil;
• Barbados,
• Australia;
• Grenadines;
• Mauritius;
• Hungary;
• Iceland;
• Cyprus;
• Greece;
• Cuba;
• New Zealand;
• Slovenia;
• Seychelles;
• Fiji;
• Poland;
• Mexico;
• Sri Lanka;
• Romania;
• Jamaica;
• Czech Republic;
• Montenegro.

List of the most popular countries for a wedding ceremony

To understand the peculiarities of a wedding, its cost and international document flow, you will need to study in detail the information about each country.

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Country Cost Legal validity of the certificate Features and when to go Cuba Negotiated at the mayor's office or a hotel that has a license A certified translation of the certificate into Russian is required People come here all year round thanks to the mild climate. An Orthodox wedding can be ordered in Havana. It is better to book places in advance Maldives Depends on the tour operator's package No legal force Only a symbolic wedding is held, but it involves the exchange of vows. Locations - archipelago, mini-cruise, dinner on the ocean shore of the USA, Las Vegas $245 Apostille is issued The wedding is held in the chapel. The bride should have new, old, blue and borrowed. If the celebration took place in the evening, then you can get a divorce in the morning. The city is visited all year round Spain 1700-4300 euros Legalization of marriage is not required, a notarized translation of the certificate is required. A popular time to get married is summer. One of the future spouses must have a residence permit. The bride and groom are interviewed separately. Symbolic celebrations are popular on the beaches, in the parks of Barcelona, ​​the estates of Andalusia and the castles of Catalonia Greece Hotel wedding package - from 300 to 500 euros, in the city hall of Crete they will get married for 1200 euros The translation of the certificate is notarized The traditional time for marriage is summer. The permit can be obtained within 7 days and certified at the consulate. A certificate of absence of obstacles is also issued there. You need to live in Athens for a day China Depends on the city An apostille is given It is best to come in the summer. The ceremony can be official or symbolic. In Beijing, on the beaches of Taiwan, it will be held in the best traditions of Celestial Bali. $1,300 for a wedding package. For Orthodox Christians, the ceremony is not held. The ideal time is summer. A symbolic celebration can be held on the territory of the Devi temple, a wild beach. The highlight of the wedding is a wedding certificate on palm leaves Dominican Republic 200-250 thousand rubles. An apostille is placed. They come all year round. Weddings resemble quests or romantic walks. The newlyweds with the registrar go to the ocean or have fun according to local traditions Sri Lanka 180 thousand rubles. Legalization of the certificate is required. A wedding in any season takes place in a Buddhist or European style. Ceylonese ceremonies are held on a “poruwa” (dais). The participant must crack the coconut. If the drops hit the spouses, they will be healthy and give birth to children Czech Republic Depending on the season The translation of the certificate is certified by a notary Year-round ceremonies can be held in the castle, get married in the Church of Cyril and Methodius according to Orthodox traditions

For Russians, entering into a symbolic, church or official marriage as part of a vacation abroad is no longer a new thing. The advantages of the celebration include the originality of the ceremony, formalization of same-sex relationships, joint holding of a wedding and honeymoon, and savings on a large number of guests. Among the disadvantages are the costs of travel and legalization of documents, the expensive cost of the ceremony and the complexity of foreign legislation.

Source: https://zakonoved.su/registraciya-braka-za-granicej-dokumenty.html

Wedding: favorable days

The New Year 2020 has been given over to the White Metal Rat. The earthy yellow twelve-year color closes and the next cycle opens. This coincides with the start of a new decade.

The sign is distinguished by perseverance in achieving set goals, favors new beginnings and global changes in life. A wedding is one of the most radical changes in the fate of both spouses. But 2020 is special, it has not 365, but 366 days - a leap year.

Superstitions associated with this are firmly entrenched in the minds of many, so it is better to inquire in advance about the background of the prejudices and how justified they are.

Wedding: agree or wait

In earlier periods of history, leap year was considered the period of brides. Young girls sought to select the date of the future celebration, sometimes without paying due attention to their chosen one.

It was possible for the bride herself to woo the groom, which also did not always contribute to the strength of the union. It was not customary to refuse “matchmakers”; the result was more frequent divorces, which is quite logical, given the frequency of marriages in this period.

But only the tip of the iceberg remained on the surface, and leap year received a bad reputation.

If you look at it from an astronomical point of view, the presence of 366 days is due solely to the length of the cosmic year. All four previous days before the leap year have not 365, but 365 and a quarter days. As a result, the quarters were collected into one 366, but once every 4 years. No mysticism and nothing paranormal.

In esotericism, the Rat, as a zodiac sign, is characterized by commitment to family, home, children, and the ability to earn and spend money. The lucky number of the year is two and three; you should choose your wedding date with this in mind. Children born in 2020 will be distinguished by deep respect for their parents and grandparents.

Wedding

The coming 2020 will pass under the auspices of a hardworking, demanding and extremely straightforward sign - the White Metal Rat. It is she who opens a new twelve-year cycle in the Chinese horoscope.

In addition, a new decade is coming... It seems that the year promises to be eventful, filled not only with sharp turns, but also with radical, life-changing changes! And what could be a bigger change in the lives of spouses than a wedding?

But is it really possible to rush headlong into a relationship without planning everything and finding out whether 2020 is a favorable year for marriage? After all, this is a leap period, so many couples in love wonder: is it conducive to celebration? Will you be able to successfully walk down the aisle in the next 12 months, or will a marriage entered into in 2020 be fleeting and not bring happiness? Let's find out how the White Rat feels about newlyweds!

Relationships cemented in the year of the Rat will be emotional and stormy

What will the year be like?

So, for marriage unions, the year of the Rat as a whole promises to be favorable.

But along with this, the period will be dynamic and turbulent in emotions - in general, everything is in the best traditions of the patron animal! People will show their leadership qualities and clash in heated arguments, which can lead to conflict between the newlyweds. A marriage that begins in 2020 will be intense, somewhat sentimental and emotional, which not every couple can withstand.

But what it definitely won’t be is boring! You are not in danger of stagnation in your relationship, and feelings spurred by the Rat can flare up again even from a smoldering ember.

In addition, the Rat is a home-loving animal that treats family, children and home with care and respect - which means it will provide maximum patronage to couples who want to build a nest and soon have a baby.

Young families will face a minimum of financial problems, and children born this year will be lucky and healthy.

What about the fact that there is an “extra” day in the calendar for February 2020? Leap years have earned a bad reputation throughout history, especially when it comes to marriages.

This period has long been considered the year of brides: many female representatives wanted to get married during a leap year. And they even wooed the groom, whose parents were ashamed to refuse.

It is not surprising that during this period the number of hastily concluded marriages increased, and at the same time the number of divorces increased...

But there is no mystery in the appearance of a leap year! It’s just that in reality the Earth makes a full revolution around the Sun not in 365 days, but in 365 and a quarter days.

In order not to lose these quarters, it was decided to collect them together once every four years and turn them into the 29th day of February.

And since there is no mystical background to this, is it worth fearing signs regarding the leap year? Believe me, there is no need to be afraid of him; but you shouldn’t rush things, trying to get married in an “unusual year” either - it won’t bring you happiness.

Happy wedding dates

Don't give up on your wedding planned for Leap Year 2020! It is quite favorable for marriage - unlike 2021 for widows!

To determine the correct and favorable date for the celebration, it is necessary to take into account the zodiac signs of the future spouses, as well as the influence of the lunar day on them. Ideally, the season and month of the wedding are first determined, and then the approximate date. The exact day is set by the newlyweds themselves, and both must like it. In the year of the Rat, especially lucky numbers will be 2 and 3, so the date for marriage should be selected based on them.

Favorable days for a wedding

Very soon we will celebrate the new year 2020, which will pass under the dominance of the White Metal Rat. Many lovers are already choosing the most favorable period for marriage and are wondering whether it is possible to have a wedding in 2020 and what day is best to choose for this. The topic of our article is the most beautiful and favorable days for a wedding in 2020 by month and day.

Favorable wedding days in 2020: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

It is believed that the Rat is the most revered animal of the entire Eastern calendar. After all, it is the Rat that always begins a new 12-year horoscope cycle. This totem is distinguished by an unconventional mind, a firm approach to business, and an unbending will.

The Rat is always one step ahead, thanks to cunning, practicality and a rational approach to business. According to ancient legend, it was she who was the first to reach the Jade Emperor riding a Bull.

In addition, the year of the White Rat is definitely suitable for getting married!

Leap year wedding. You probably know that the new year 2020 will be a leap year.

There are countless superstitions that a wedding in a leap year promises a difficult life together, illness, long separations and even the death of one of the spouses.

In this article, we have tried to select for you the best numbers for marriage so as to minimize all the negativity.

How to choose a wedding date

Favorable wedding days in 2020.

There are many techniques for determining the ideal wedding date. When planning a celebration, astrologers advise focusing on the ideal horoscopes of the bride and groom, and of course, the lunar calendar. It is believed that all important events should be planned during the waxing moon.

Legalization of marriage concluded abroad in Russia

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Legalization of marriage performed outside the Russian Federation is now mandatory.

On January 1, 2019, a regulatory legal act will come into force regarding the need to carry out this procedure and its nuances.

Persons who decide to get married outside the country will need to adhere to updated family law norms and legalize their relationship within the country.

Changes in legislation: what will be new

• The marriage was concluded outside of Russia, but in compliance with the requirements and norms of the legislation of the country where the registration took place. This means that the marriage must be legal, otherwise legalization of the marriage certificate will not be possible.
• Russian citizenship is not required. Even two foreigners can legalize their marriage in the Russian Federation. In fact, usually one of the couple is Russian. The second spouse may or may not have Russian citizenship. If we are talking about foreigners, then it is not at all necessary for them to have any citizenship.
• There are no circumstances that would prevent marriage between citizens in accordance with Russian legislation. If there are obstacles specified in Art. 14 of the RF IC, it will also not be possible to legalize a marriage concluded abroad.

The problem of legalization is relevant not only because Russians marry foreigners. Sometimes people resort to registering relationships in other countries for the sake of exoticism and new sensations. But now the legalization of marriage becomes mandatory regardless of a person’s wishes. His responsibilities include reporting to the civil registry office at his place of residence the fact that he has entered into a marriage relationship. This need arises when two requirements are met:

1. the marriage took place abroad;
2. information about the marriage was included in the civil status act.

By the way, those who have a child outside the Russian Federation will now also have to contact the civil registry office, if he was registered at his place of birth (not on the territory of the Russian Federation).

Russians will be required to report this information to the Civil Registry Office starting January 1, 2019. Until then, the law will not yet come into force.

Procedure and methods of notification

• he registered a marriage with another person outside the country and this fact is documented;
• his minor child, who also has Russian citizenship, got married on the territory of another state;
• he knows about the marriage of a minor citizen of the Russian Federation or a partially incapacitated person, and he himself acts as his legal representative.

The registry office is not always the place of application . In some cases, you need to contact the consular office of the Russian Federation located on the territory of the state where the marriage took place. For example, this may be required if a person got married and does not plan to return to Russia in the near future.

In most cases, marriage abroad is accompanied by further information to the registry office. It is necessary to provide information about entering into official family relationships within a month after the official registration of marriage. Moreover, informing the registry office employees can be done in several ways:

1. in person;
2. by post;
3. using the government services portal.

The last two options are suitable for those who will not appear in Russia in the first month after the wedding and do not want to go to the consulate. To send documents on the public services portal, you will first have to register an account and confirm it.

In addition to the notification, the citizen must attach copies of documents confirming his identity . These are:

• Russian passport;
• a foreign passport if the applicant has dual citizenship (and in such cases, a copy of the document will have to be first certified by a notary in accordance with all the rules in force in the Russian Federation);
• marriage certificate with translation into Russian.

Notarization of a copy of the certificate is not required if the applicant applies to the civil registry office or consulate in person . In this case, it is enough to take the original document with you.

Then the responsibility for checking the accuracy of the data falls on the person receiving the notification. He carefully studies both documents, makes sure that the information is identical, and then puts a mark on the copy indicating its full compliance with the original.

The original certificate is then returned to the applicant.

If a personal appeal is not planned, then a certified copy will be needed. If necessary, certification may also be required that the translator's signature was genuine and not counterfeit.

To identify a person, a translation of the document is required, and the accuracy of the latter is confirmed by a notary.

When drawing up a notification, a citizen must be guided by the forms and recommendations given in Order of the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation No. 201 of October 1, 2018. If all the rules are followed and the necessary documents are provided, information about the marriage is included in the unified state register in the civil registry office.

Responsibility

The legislative need for notification of marriage outside the Russian Federation was outlined quite recently. The rules themselves will only come into force in 2019. But so far no data has been published on the penalties facing citizens for concealing the fact of marriage or providing information later than the specified deadlines.

How to open an account abroad in 2020 without presence abroad

Do you or your company need an account abroad, but do not want or cannot travel abroad? We will show you how to open a foreign account even in this case.

This is why you need a foreign bank account

In order to open an account abroad, the first step is to understand why it is needed. Individuals and companies open accounts abroad for the following reasons:

• Diversify risks and reduce dependence on the economy and politics of a single country;
• Get convenient access to new markets;
• Expenses for daily accommodation or tourist trips;
• Access to investment products;
• Opportunity to buy real estate and other property abroad;
• Access to international partners (relevant for businesses that they do not agree to work with if they only have local bank accounts).

Regardless of your specific goal, a foreign account expands your ability to achieve it. You just need to understand which problems it will help solve and which it won’t.

How to open an account abroad in 2020 without presence abroad

If you would like to open an account abroad and without personal presence abroad, you should urgently contact us. It is theoretically still possible to open an account this year and you will enter the new 2020 with a new account.

If you are reading this article in 2020, then here is the general principle of how to open a foreign account without being present abroad:

• Decide on the purpose of the account (personal, corporate, investment, savings);
• Select a suitable country and bank;
• Clarify whether the bank opens accounts remotely for non-residents (foreigners);
• If yes, prepare documents, send them to the bank, answer additional questions if necessary;
• Wait for the bank's decision.

At first glance, everything looks simple, but do not take the picture the wrong way: opening an account abroad, remotely, and even for a non-resident is extremely difficult. Banks treat new clients very carefully, even if (or especially if) they offer large sums for investment.

Already at the stage of selecting a bank, many questions arise: which one to choose? Will he open an account remotely? What are the requirements for non-residents? Is it open to companies or only to individuals?

Studying the entire range of banks will take you months, so we offer to save time and find out the answer to the question “which bank is right for me” for free. Just sign up for a consultation on selecting an account and our specialist will offer you specific options that match your request.

This applies to both individuals and legal entities.

Already at this stage you will find out whether the bank offers remote account opening and what conditions must be met for this.

We cooperate with several dozen banks that are ready to open accounts without a personal visit. Among them are both full-fledged offshore banks and banks located in ordinary countries, including Europe.

You can open an account without a minimum deposit or with a deposit, with a large minimum balance and with a small amount in the account, corporate and personal. The specific list of banks depends only on you. Find out which banks are right for you by filling out a form or writing to [email protected] .

Then comes the most important stage in modern banking: document preparation.

Open an account abroad without presence abroad: Documents

No matter how you open an account - with or without a personal visit - you will need documents. This is the most important point that decides whether you have a chance to open an account or whether you will be refused.

Banks are so meticulous about the application submitted that it is almost impossible to successfully fill out the form and prepare other documents on your own. The reason for this is simple: the banks themselves are not too willing to share information about what they consider correct, and only practical experience allows one to find those very correct formulations and rules.

We constantly work with banks and know their requirements. Given this experience, our clients open accounts in any country, provided that they follow our recommendations.

A basic set of documents that the bank asks for:

• Beneficiary's passport;
• Proof of residential address;
• Proof of the legal origin of funds;
• Corporate documents for the company;
• Recommendations from banks and specialists;
• Description of business activities;
• And other.

At the same time, the bank has the right to request additional documents at any time, and you are obliged to provide them within a short time. Otherwise, the account will not be opened.

In addition, all submitted documents must be free from errors, typos, and inconsistencies. There are nuances that seem funny if they didn’t interfere with opening an account abroad: an application may be refused because the signature was written with the wrong color pen...

To avoid problems and open an account the first time, contact professional support: [email protected] .

In some cases, the bank may ask you to undergo an interview even when opening an account remotely. In this case, instant messengers are used or you meet with a banker in your country if the bank has a representative office.

Open an account abroad without presence abroad

Generally speaking, without presence abroad in 2020, you can open an account abroad for both individuals and legal entities. This requires preparation, professional assistance and certain costs, but despite all the existing difficulties, it is feasible.