By Maryam Qayyum
Bali with its picturesque beauty attracts a vast majority of tourists all the year round; it holds its own distinct place among Asian travel destinations. Beautiful sandy beaches that stretch for miles coupled with awe-inspiring wonders like gravity defying rice terraces tempt many a tourist. Its charm is not restricted to a specific age group of travelers. Bali attracts couples, honeymooners, singles and families alike. Every year a great majority of couples choose Bali for destination weddings. If you are planning to get married in Bali, following pointers will prove handy:

Indonesian law recognizes a marriage of same belief holders only. Bali being an Indonesian city, it has the same laws as the rest of the Indonesia. Only if both of the marriage partners have the same religion, they can get married in Bali. Otherwise one of the wedding partners has to give a change of religion’s declaration in writing.

Weddings of atheists and agnostics are not recognized by Bali laws. Their marriage will not be considered valid by the civil registry office.

A wedding is given a legitimate status only when it is registered. Once you are in Bali and before you get married, you are required to provide Civil Registry Office with:

1. Letter of No Impediment

For the issue of Letter of Impediment, you need to provide your Consular Representative with:
• Both of the marriage partners’ 6 months valid Passports (photocopy).
• Attested Divorce Decree (photocopy).
• In case of previous marriage/s, a certificate attesting termination of previous marriage/s (photocopy).

2. Notice of Intention to Marry

Submission of following documents to the Civil Registry Office is required for this notice:
• Religious marriage certification (photocopy)
• Foreign citizens are required to submit a photocopy of their passports. Locals are required to submit their Identity cards (photocopy).
• Attested Birth Certificate (photocopy).
• Attested Divorce decree/death certificates (photocopy).
• 4 photos of both of the partners: size 4×6 centimeter
• Letter of No Impediment

This notice will take ten working days for processing after its submission. But if you have a guest registration form, this process will take less time.

You must have two witnesses above 18 years of age. Their ID cards/ passports (photocopy) proving their ages are required by the Civil Registry Office.

A marriage certificate will be issued by the Civil Registry Office within two day of your marriage. You can also obtain an English translation of this certificate for future use.

The above given information will prove helpful for planning a Bali Wedding and will also save you from rough-and-tumble legalities.

Article Source: EzineArticles.com

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