LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MARRIAGES IN ITALY
BASIC PROCEDURE
Our company, in conjunction with professional legal assistance, arranges all documentation including translations required by the Italian government. Marriages performed in Italy are honored in the USA as legally binding as they are reported to the appropriate US Consular offices. The fee for preparing these documents as required by the Italian government and prepared by an attorney ranges from $600 - $1200 depending upon the complexity of the required documentation. Legal costs are passed directly on to the client.
Final documentation is required in Italy in the presence of a US Consular Officer. Arrival in Italy must be at least 3 days prior to the weddings day. Arrival airport in Italy will be determined according to wedding location and location of the nearest US Consulate.
BASIC DOCUMENTATION FOR US CITIZENS
In order to proceed with legal documentation required by the Italian government, the following must be forwarded to our U.S. office. Additional documentation may be required depending on individual circumstances and will be determined at the time of booking.
- Original copies of birth certificates with apostile stamp
- Certified copies of applicable divorce decrees
- Four witnesses who can attest to the present marriage status of the bride and groom (no relatives)
Additional Documentation for a Catholic Wedding
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Original Baptismal certificates
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Original First Communion certificates
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Original Confirmation certificates
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Nulla Osta from American Archdiocese
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Pre-Cana classes
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