In order to get married in Belgium, one of the parties must reside in the country. There is no specific period of residence, but several weeks are generally necessary for completion of the required paperwork. If neither of the parties has a permanent residence in Belgium, one of them may establish a residence for this purpose.

 

Upon arrival in Belgium, the party must register with the communal authorities in the district of residence and request a Bewijs van Woonst voor Huwelijksdoeleinden/ Certificat de Domicile pour mariage (Certificate of Residence for Marriage Purposes).

 

 

The Original copies of the following may be required: