Couples looking to marry in France 'should be aware of the paperwork required'
Britons looking to tie the knot in romantic France ought to be aware of the various types of paperwork required, according to one writer who has recently enjoyed the experience.
Michael Wright, commenting in the Telegraph, remarked that getting married in France is "not for the faint-hearted" because of the various legal documentation and processes that must be satisfied.
Specifically, there are forms that declare the length of residence before marriage, medicals are also required, while birth certificates need to be translated into French by an interpreter, as well as passport copies for the marriage witnesses.
Furthermore, a certificate of law and a certificate of non-impediment are also required, the latter of which does not exist in British law and so requires an official letter explaining so.
However, Mr Wright said this experience has not necessarily made the experience of marriage in France unpleasant by any means. He explained: "If we wish to marry in France, we must expect to do things the French way. And there's something reassuring about the thick folder of forms and certificates we are beginning to amass."
A recent survey from the Holiday Rentals company revealed that overseas marriage is becoming increasingly popular, particularly in places like Croatia.
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