Sometimes a marriage took place legally, but Home Affairs does not reflect it correctly. This can cause problems when applying for marriage certificates, spousal visas, Letters of No.
Marriage registration assistance may be needed when:
Official documents are issued by the relevant authority; Certificate Pros assists with preparation, guidance, follow ups and delivery.
Home Affairs still shows you as single after marriage
Your marriage certificate cannot be issued because the marriage is not captured
A foreign marriage needs to be recorded in South Africa
Details on the marriage record are incorrect
You need an unabridged marriage certificate but the record cannot be found
A DHA-30 or BI-30 marriage register must be submitted or traced
Reviewing details before the request moves forward.
Helping prepare the request clearly.
What You May Need may include:
*Official documents are issued by the relevant authority; Certificate Pros assists with preparation, guidance, follow ups and delivery.
Requests can be delayed by:
Pro Tip:
Official documents are issued by the relevant authority; Certificate Pros assists with preparation, guidance, follow ups and delivery.
Is this the same as applying for a marriage certificate?
No. Marriage registration assistance deals with the Home Affairs record itself. Once the record is correct, a certificate request may be easier.
What if the marriage officer never submitted the register?
The DHA-30 or BI-30 may need to be traced or resubmitted. Any copy you have will be useful.
Can a foreign marriage be registered in South Africa?
In many cases, yes. The process and supporting documents depend on the country and the documents issued there.
Can you help if the marriage details are wrong?
Yes. We can advise on the correction route and supporting documents that may be needed.
Need help with marriage registration? Send us the marriage date, place, both spouses’ details and any DHA-30, BI-30 or marriage certificate you have.
