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Giving a Notice of Marriage/Civil Partnership
Planning that special day. Find out about giving notice, costs and approved venues in Torfaen
Arranging a Civil Marriage Ceremony
A civil marriage is a completely secular (non-religious) ceremony. It can take place at a register office or venue that has been licensed to hold Civil Ceremonies
Forming a Civil Partnership
A Civil Partnership is a completely secular (non-religious) ceremony. It can take place at a register office or venue that has been licensed to hold Civil Partnership Ceremonies
Marriage and Civil Partnership ceremonies in Torfaen
Whether you are planning a Civil marriage or Civil partnership ceremony, Torfaen Registration Service will work with you to create your perfect day
Getting married in a place of religious worship
A religious ceremony can take place in a church, chapel or other building of religious worship which has been formally registered for marriage
Ceremonies Abroad
If you are planning to hold your ceremony overseas, you must firstly contact the Local Authority in the country in which you want to get married
Civil Partnership conversion into Marriage
Couples who have been through a Civil Partnership ceremony can now convert this into a marriage
Renewal of Vows
A renewal of vows can be made at any stage of married life or as a way to commemorate a special anniversary
Approved Premises Licence
Would you like to apply for a licence and join our list of approved venues for Marriages and Civil Partnerships? Find out how and view notices of those who have applied
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