Digital union certification in Düsseldorf: a resounding achievement
In a recent press release, the City of Düsseldorf announced the launch of a digital marriage registration service, a significant step in the city's digital strategy to deliver administrative services independently of time and location. The initiative aims to streamline the process for couples who wish to get married in Düsseldorf.
The digital marriage registration service allows couples to register for marriage, upload documents, and pay fees online. However, it's essential to note that the actual marriage ceremony in Düsseldorf or anywhere in Germany still requires personal attendance of both partners before a registrar.
To marry legally in Düsseldorf, couples must adhere to specific requirements and steps:
- Personal Attendance: Both partners must appear together before the registrar (Standesbeamter). Virtual or representative participation is not allowed.
- Submission of Documents: Prior to the ceremony, you must present required certificates such as birth certificates, proof of marital status, passports/ID, and possibly certificates of no impediment to marry. The registrar's office provides a checklist during initial contact.
- Legal Conditions: Both persons must be of legal age (18+), not already married or in a civil partnership, and no prohibitions due to close family relations can exist.
- Marriage Ceremony: The marriage is solemnized by the registrar in the presence of the couple and any guests. Both declare their intention to marry in a simultaneous, personal declaration.
- Marriage Certificate: After the ceremony, the marriage is registered, and you receive an official marriage certificate (Eheurkunde).
While there are some administrative tasks around the appointment and document submission that may include online pre-registration options, the marriage itself cannot be fully digitized or concluded online under current German law.
The digital marriage registration service requires an ID with online functionality, a PIN, and a GermanyID account. This initiative is part of the city's broader digital strategy, which aims to benefit both citizens and administration.
For more information on the topic of digital marriage registration in Düsseldorf, you can refer to the city's press release and earlier reports. Early May saw a report on the topic, and the press release provides more details about the service.
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