MARRIAGE PREPARATION INFORMATION

The following are new guidelines which all couples intending to marry should follow:

. Book the church and contact the local priest well in advance of making preparations for their wedding day;
. Complete the pre-nuptual inquiry form in their local parish at least six months before they wish to be married;
. If planning to get married abroad must contact the local priest before making any arrangements with a travel agent or wedding co-ordinator.  This should help ensure that no serious difficulties arise before major commitments have been made;
. Meet the civil registrar at least three months before wedding to give notice of intention to marry;
. Receive the Marriage Registration Form from civil registrar and bring to  the solemniser;
. Make a verbal declaration of no civil impediment not more than two days beforehand
. Return the signed Marriage Registration Form to the civil registrar not later than one month after the wedding.