Marriage Certificate
Registration Made Easy
Hindu Marriage Act or Special Marriage Act — we guide document collection, online/offline application, appointment booking and certificate delivery across India.
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Hindu Marriage Act, 1955
For couples who married through Hindu rites (also covers Buddhists, Jains, Sikhs). Certificate is proof of marriage for passport, visa, bank, insurance and name change.
- • Marriage invitation / wedding photos
- • Age proof & address proof of both spouses
- • Affidavit of marriage & witness statements
- • Application to local Registrar / Municipal office
Special Marriage Act, 1954
For inter-faith, civil or court marriages. Requires 30-day public notice before solemnisation, then certificate issuance by the Marriage Officer.
- • Notice of intended marriage (Form)
- • Age, address & marital status affidavits
- • Three witnesses on the day of solemnisation
- • Certificate under Section 13
How VinnitaLegal Helps
Eligibility Check
We confirm which Act applies and what your state portal needs.
Documents
Checklist, affidavits and witness forms prepared for you.
Filing
Online portal filing or appointment booking at the Registrar.
Certificate
Guidance till you receive the official marriage certificate.
Stamp Paper Price Guide
Affidavits and related documents for marriage registration are executed on non-judicial stamp paper. Rates vary by state — indicative guide below.
| Document | Typical Stamp Paper | Govt. / Registrar Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Marriage affidavit (each spouse) | ₹10 – ₹100 | Included in application |
| Witness affidavit | ₹10 – ₹50 | — |
| Hindu Marriage registration | State-wise (often ₹10–₹100 for forms) | ₹100 – ₹1,150* |
| Special Marriage Act (notice + solemnisation) | Affidavits ₹10 – ₹100 each | ₹150 – ₹1,050* |
| Certified copy of certificate | ₹10 – ₹50 (if required) | ₹10 – ₹100 / copy |
*Late filing can increase registrar fees (e.g. Tamil Nadu: ₹100 within 90 days, higher thereafter). Stamp duty is a state subject — we confirm the exact e-stamp value for your city before purchase. Physical stamp paper or SHCIL e-stamp both accepted where enabled.