Marriage in Fiji
Documentary Requirements:
- Birth certificates of couple to be married.
- If either was previously married legal proof of termination of the prior marriage(s).
- U.S. passport if either/both party(ies) U.S. citizen.
- Two witnesses over the age of 21 years.
- If either party is under the age of 21 years, a written notarized consent is required from the father; the consent may be signed by the mother only if the father is deceased or cannot be located. If the parent(s) unreasonably refuses to consent, a written consent from a Court Magistrate will suffice.
- Fees: Currently Fiji dollars 16.50. For a Special License it costs Fiji dollars 14.00 and applicants must marry within 28 days from date license issued.
Other Important Information:
Minimum marriageable age for girls is 16 years; for boys is 18.
Birth, death and/or divorce certificates must either be originals or copies certified by and bearing the seal of the issuing authorities.
There is neither a residence requirement nor a minimum period of stay required for marriage in Fiji.
District Officers and Registrars may perform marriages without a marriage license. After the ceremony, it may take 15 working days to obtain the marriage certificate: 10 days for the Minister or District Officer's document to reach the Registrar General and 5-6 days for the Registrar to search its records and issue the certificate.
A Special License is required if the marriage ceremony is to be performed by a Minister of Religion or performed at a venue other than the Registrar-General or District Offices. If you decide to have a civil ceremony, it is advisable to make an appointment either a day or two in advance.
A marriage performed in accordance with the legal requirements of the country in which it takes place is recognized as valid in the United States. For specific information, consult an attorney in the jurisdiction where you reside.
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