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In­ter­na­tio­nal mar­ri­a­ges

An international marriage is when a Danish citizen intends to marry a non-Danish citizen, or when individuals from outside Denmark wish to marry within Denmark.

Before proceeding with your marriage, you must obtain a Certificate of Marital Status. This document verifies that you meet the requirements set out in the Danish Marriage Act.

You should apply for a Certificate of Marital Status either through the Agency of Family Law or the local municipality. Where to submit your application depends on both your nationalities and your basis for residence in Denmark. Please choose the scenario that best matches your situation as a couple to read more about the marriage requirements and application process.

You are a Nor­dic ci­tizen or have per­ma­nent resi­den­ce in Den­mark

If you are both Danish or Nordic citizens, or if you have permanent residence in Denmark, or if you have a right of residence pursuant to the Executive Order on EU residence, you must apply to marry at the municipality where you reside.

You are bo­th EU/EEA ci­tizens

If you and your partner wish to marry in Denmark and are both citizens of EU countries or Switzerland, this page this page provides an overview of what you need to know before applying for marriage in Denmark.

You are a ci­tizen of a co­un­try out­side Eu­ro­pe/EEA

You and your partner wish to marry in Denmark, and at least one of you is a citizen of a country outside of Europe or of the European Economic Area (EEA).