Marriage registration for documents

How the process works:

1. Your inquiry. Submit a request through my website, message me on your preferred messenger, or contact me in any other way that is convenient for you.
2. Getting acquainted and discussing the details. I will get in touch with you to discuss your preferences and gather the information needed to calculate the cost of my services.
3. Information needed for the quote. To prepare an accurate cost estimate, we will need to discuss four key points:
   • Preferred date – When are you planning to register your marriage?
   • Marital status – Have either of you been married before? If so, are there any relevant stamps or notes in your international passport?
   • Documents – How many copies of your marriage certificate will you need, and which languages should they be translated into?
   • Optional services – Would you like to arrange a transfer, a bridal bouquet, professional hair and makeup, or a photographer to capture the moment you sign the marriage documents?
4. Finalizing the details and signing the contract. Based on the information you provide, I will prepare a formal service agreement and send it to you for signature.
5. Paying the deposit. Once both parties have signed the agreement, I will send you the payment details to secure your booking. The deposit is 30% of the total cost.
6. Preparation and assistance. Once the booking is confirmed, I will begin organizing everything. The day before you submit your documents, I will send you a detailed guide and a clear schedule for the following two days.
7. Receiving your completed documents. You will receive your completed legal documents the day after submission. Please note that government authorities process applications and issue documents only on official working days.

Important details to keep in mind:

• Passports. Your marriage must be registered using the same international passports you use to enter Georgia.
• Document verification. All documents undergo mandatory verification against official government records.
• Travel medical insurance. Under Georgian law, all visitors entering the country must have valid health insurance covering their entire stay in Georgia.
• Expedited processing. If you need your documents issued urgently, an additional fee of $50 per document applies.

Officially registering your marriage in just 1–2 days, without a wedding ceremony, guests or unnecessary bureaucracy – this is exactly why many foreign couples choose Georgia. It is one of the few countries where you can formalize your marriage so quickly: simply visit the House of Justice, sign the documents and receive your official marriage certificate. There are no requirements regarding religion, residence permit status or lengthy background checks. If you are not looking for a wedding celebration and only need a legally recognized marriage, this is one of the fastest and most straightforward options available.

Requirements for foreigners getting married in Georgia

To register your marriage quickly at the House of Justice in Tbilisi, you only need to meet a few basic requirements. The rules in Georgia are straightforward and transparent, and the registration process itself does not involve complicated checks or lengthy delays.

The main requirements for marriage registration at the House of Justice are:

• Both partners must be 18 or older. Each partner must have reached the age of 18 when submitting the application.
• Neither partner can be currently married. If either of you was previously married, the previous marriage must have been officially dissolved. You will need the original divorce certificate or death certificate of the former spouse, as applicable.
• The marriage must be between a man and a woman. Under Georgian law, only opposite-sex marriages are registered by the state.
• Both partners must give their free and voluntary consent. You must both be present in person and confirm your intention to enter into marriage.
• Any nationality and religion are accepted. Georgia does not impose restrictions based on nationality, race, religion or current visa status.

One of the biggest advantages of getting married in Georgia is that you do not need to prepare a large package of bureaucratic documents. You will not be asked to provide:

• A certificate confirming your marital status or eligibility to marry;
• A certificate of no criminal record;
• Medical tests or doctors’ certificates;
• Proof of local residence, a residence permit or a long-term visa.

This is why Georgia is such a convenient choice for couples who need to formalize their marriage quickly and with minimal paperwork. If your goal is simply to obtain a legally recognized marriage, Wedding planner Elina can help you organize the registration, prepare the required documents and navigate the process at the House of Justice in Tbilisi.

Documents for fast marriage registration in Georgia without a ceremony

One of the main advantages of fast marriage registration in Georgia is the minimal paperwork involved. You do not need to spend months collecting documents or dealing with complicated requirements. The process is straightforward and transparent.

For registration at the House of Justice, you will need:

• Valid international passports for both partners. You must present the original passports you used to enter Georgia. They must be undamaged and valid.
• Divorce certificate or court decision, if applicable. This is required only if either of you was previously married. A divorce document (or the former spouse’s death certificate) must be apostilled or legalized in the country where it was issued and translated into Georgian.
• Mandatory travel health insurance. Since 2026, health insurance has been an official requirement for all foreign tourists entering Georgia. You can arrange it online in just a few minutes.
• Passports of two witnesses. Georgian law requires two adult witnesses to be present during the marriage registration. They must provide their international passports and notarized Georgian translations.

If you are traveling to Georgia just as a couple and do not have your own witnesses, there is no need to worry. I can take care of this for you and provide trusted witnesses with all the necessary documents for your registration.

You also do not need to worry about translating and certifying your passports. I prepare the entire document package in advance, before you arrive in Georgia, so that everything is ready at the House of Justice and the registration itself takes as little time as possible.

Marriage registration in Tbilisi: steps and timeline

The entire process, from your initial application to receiving the completed documents, takes approximately 1–2 working days. I handle all the preparation, so your personal involvement is limited to just a couple of hours.

1. Remote preparation – 5–7 days before arrival. You send me scanned copies of your international passports. I arrange their translation into Georgian and notarization in advance.
2. Arrival and express marriage registration – Day 1. We meet at the Tbilisi House of Justice on a weekday (Monday–Friday). At the registration desk, you and your two witnesses sign the documents in the presence of the registrar. The registration itself takes approximately 15–20 minutes.
3. Apostille of the marriage certificate – Day 1–2. I collect your completed Georgian marriage certificate and arrange the apostille. Depending on the service you choose, the apostille can be issued within 1–4 working days.
4. Receiving your completed documents – Day 2. I give you the original marriage certificate with the apostille and a notarized translation into your required language, if your country accepts translations completed in Georgia. At this point, your documents are ready and you can leave Georgia.

Legalizing a Georgian marriage certificate for use in your country

As mentioned above, depending on the service option you choose, I arrange the apostille for your marriage certificate within 1–4 working days.

Why do you need it? A Georgian marriage certificate is legally valid in Georgia. For government authorities in your country of residence to officially recognize it, the document generally needs to be legalized by obtaining an apostille. This is an international certification that confirms the authenticity of the document under the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention.

A Georgian marriage certificate with an apostille is officially accepted in more than 120 countries, including:

• Europe: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Poland and others.
• USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
• Other regions: Israel, Japan, South Korea, Mexico and others.
• CIS countries: Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and others.

Without an apostille, the immigration authorities or civil registry office in your country may not accept the document for residence permit applications, family reunification visas or a change of surname.

I take care of the entire legalization process for you and handle it as quickly and efficiently as possible, so you receive a fully prepared legal document ready for use in your country.

How Wedding planner Elina can help you arrange fast marriage registration in Georgia

My main goal is to protect you from bureaucratic complications, document errors and unnecessary expenses. I handle the entire process for you – from the initial consultation to handing you the completed marriage certificate with an apostille.

How I can help

• Personalized consultation. I review your legal circumstances, take the citizenships of both partners into account and create a clear step-by-step plan for your registration.
• Document review and translation. I check your entire document package in advance, arrange notarized translations into Georgian and make sure all the information is entered correctly.
• Application and coordination. I assist with submitting your application to the House of Justice and arrange the date and time for your express marriage registration.
• Witnesses. I can provide witnesses for your registration or make sure the documents for your own witnesses are prepared correctly.
• Personal assistance. I will be with you at the House of Justice on the day of your registration, making the process smooth and comfortable and helping you overcome any language barrier.
• Legalization and apostille. I personally oversee the apostille process and arrange a translation into the language you need. I can arrange translations into eight languages and handle everything as quickly as possible.
• A touch of celebration, if you want one. Even if you choose a simple express registration without a ceremony, I can arrange a bridal bouquet, groom’s boutonniere, hair and makeup, and a short photo session in Tbilisi, so the day feels special rather than purely administrative.

Marriage registration in Georgia is one of the fastest, most straightforward and accessible ways for foreign couples to legally formalize their relationship abroad and obtain an internationally recognized marriage certificate.

As your Wedding planner Elina, I will make the entire process as simple and stress-free as possible. Get in touch with me to discuss your situation, and I will explain the requirements and help you arrange your marriage registration without unnecessary delays or complications.