How do you get an unabridged marriage certificate?
Any additional abridged copies or unabridged copies of the marriage certificate can be requested by:
- Completing Form BI-130 in black ink and submitting it to the nearest office of the Department of Home Affairs or to the nearest South African embassy, mission or consulate abroad.
- Paying the prescribed fee.
How long does it take to get an unabridged marriage certificate from Home Affairs?
approximately 6 to 8 weeks
You’ll automatically receive an abridged certificate once the Department of Home Affairs is notified by your marriage officer. An abridged certificate will be issued on the same day that it’s applied for. An application for an unabridged certificate takes approximately 6 to 8 weeks to process.
How do I get an apostille certificate?
To obtain an apostille you must send the following information: Original notarized document to be authenticated or a certified copy to be authenticated that includes the original certification. Fee is $15.00 per document (a document can be more than one page).
What documents are needed for unabridged marriage certificate?
– All applicants must submit photocopies of personal documents together with the original documents e.g. passports, identity documents, birth marriage and death certificates, and divorce decrees – no photocopies will be made at the Consulate.
What information is on an unabridged marriage certificate?
An unabridged certificate, also known as a full marriage certificate, contains more detailed information about both spouses, in addition to verifying that the nuptials are permissible and also documenting that the marriage has been witnessed by eligible spectators.
Do I need unabridged marriage certificate?
An unabridged marriage certificate is only issued by the Department of Home Affairs and thus the only version that counts in overseas applications. You will definitely need the unabridged marriage certificate if you plan to emigrate or apply for a foreign passport.
What is the difference between abridged and unabridged certificate?
The difference between abridged and unabridged birth certificates. Abridged birth certificates merely indicate the name and surname of a child’s mother. Unabridged birth certificates include the details of both the mother and the father.
How long does it take to apostille documents in South Africa?
approximately 5 – 7 working days
How long does it take to get documents Apostilled? Once we have received your documents that you need to be Apostilled it will take approximately 5 – 7 working days.
