The easiest
was to get married is to apply for a Special Marriage Licence.
The application forms can be obtained from (and when completed are
returned to) the Ministry of Community Development, located in the
Government Headquarters on Hillsborough St.
- The
application form G must be signed by both parties and witnessed
by a Magistrate
- The
completed Declaration form must be signed by both parties before
a Commissioner of Oath. Stamps to the value of EC$7.50 must
be affixed to the form.
- At
least one member of the party must be resident in Dominica for
2 days prior to the application; a passport must be produced
for inspection.
- Birth
Certificates must be presented; Baptismal certificates are not
accepted.
- A
non-marriage certificate must be presented to ensure that applicants
have never been married. To receive a non-marriage certificate
present at the Registry a Baptismal and Birth Certificate. Alternatively, a lawyer can prepare the certificate.
- If
married before a party must present a Decree of Divorce, or
the Death Certificate of the former spouse.
- A
license fee of EC$300 must be paid on submission of the above
listed documents; personal cheques are not accepted).
Both
the Registry office and the Magistrates Office are located on the
Bayfront in Roseau. The best time to see a magistrate is before 9am.
For
more information contact the Ministry of Community Development
on (767) 448 2401.
Church
Weddings
Visitors
can come to Dominica, apply for banns, and after publication in
church for three Sundays, can be married. Visitors can also apply
for banns and can be married in court.
Roman
Catholic
Must fulfill Govt. requirements
Must have documentation from respective Parish Priests indicating
that appropriate preparation courses have been followed.
Must visit the Parish Priest in Dominica who may offer counseling.
Cost of Church wedding: EC$150 approx.
Methodist
Must fulfill Govt. requirements.
Must publish banns and purchase marriage license.
Must attend counseling sessions (normally three).
Cost of Church Wedding: EC$150 approx.
Receptions/Accommodation
Various hotels will arrange for the reception and wedding party
accommodation.
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