Which authority can register your marriage?
For a marriage already solemnised with religious rites, you generally register it where the marriage took place or where either spouse ordinarily lives, as the state's rules allow. For a civil marriage under the Special Marriage Act, the Marriage Officer is the one for the district where at least one of you lived for 30 days before the notice.
Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana side by side
| Delhi | Uttar Pradesh (Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad) | Haryana (Gurugram, Faridabad) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framework | Delhi (Compulsory Registration of Marriage) Order, 2014 | UP Marriage Registration Rules, 2017 | Haryana Compulsory Registration of Marriages Act, 2008 |
| Who registers | SDM office, Revenue Department | Sub-Registrar via the IGRS UP system | Marriage Registrar via state online services |
| Religious-rite marriages | Registered under the applicable personal law (e.g. s.8 Hindu Marriage Act) | Registered under the state rules | Registered under the state Act |
| Local pages | Delhi | Noida & Greater Noida, Ghaziabad | Gurugram, Faridabad |
Portals, offices and fees change. Confirm current details before applying.
When spouses live in different states
If the wedding took place in Delhi but you now live in Noida, you may have a choice. We compare which office is realistic for both of you to attend, which documents each state asks for, and how the certificate will be used (passport, visa, spouse name change).
Is a certificate from one state valid in another?
Yes. A marriage validly registered in any Indian state is valid throughout India and abroad (with apostille or attestation where a foreign authority asks for it).
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Frequently Asked Questions
We married in Delhi but live in Gurugram. Where do we register?
Do both spouses have to appear?
Is one state faster than another?
Disclaimer: This page gives general information about the law and procedure as understood at the time of writing. It is not legal advice for your situation. Requirements may vary depending on the parties' circumstances, applicable law, jurisdiction and the concerned authority, and rules and forms change from time to time. Please consult an advocate before acting.