Content. Marriages and partnerships in Europe Legal provisions and ceremony The case of Belgium

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Content. Marriages and partnerships in Europe Legal provisions and ceremony The case of Belgium"

Transcription

1 13. International Seminar for Registrars Europäische Akademie Otzenhausen Marriages and partnerships in Europe Legal provisions and ceremony The case of Belgium Steve Heylen head of service Registrar s Office Leuven president VLAVABBS Content -Marriages - Dissolution of marriages - Civil partnerships - Conclusions Marriages: the Belgian Constitution Marriages

2 Marriages: the Belgian Constitution -Predominance of the civil over the religious marriage (article 21) -Civil acts and registers are attributions of communal authorities (article 164) - Marriage booklet -Jurisdiction of the Belgian registrar -Legal framework or national law to be applied (basic conditions and formalities) -Recognition in Belgium of marriages abroad Jurisdiction of the Belgian registrar (article 44) -One of the spouses is Belgian -One of the spouses has official residence in Belgium -One of the spouses has usual main residence in Belgium for more than 3 months - No tourist marriages

3 Legal framework (article 46) for the basic conditions -Law of the country of which each spouse is a citizen -Same sex marriages exception -Public order exception (article 21) Legal framework (article 47) for the formalities = Law of the country on which territory the marriage takes place Recognition of marriages abroad (article 27) Registrar checks: -Legal framework: basic and formal conditions (articles 46 & 47) -No evasion of law (article 18) - No intrusion Belgian public order (article 21) - Authenticity and validity (article 24) - Legalization (article 30) Recognition of marriages abroad (article 27) -Marriage accepted: civil status changes (article 31) -Re-registration not compulsory, possible for Belgians (article 48 Civil Code) -Marriage not accepted: court procedure (article 23)

4 Recognition of marriages abroad: consular marriages (article 5 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations 1963) - Consulates in Belgium - Consulates in third countries - Belgian consulates -Where? - Basic marriage conditions -Documents -Ceremony - Marriage certificate - Bogus marriages [Registry system: officer of civil status] Where (article 63)? -One of the spouses s official residence -Usual residence -Prison and hospital -Belgians living abroad: - Last residence in Belgium - Residence of a relative -Place of birth -Brussels

5 Basic conditions (articles and ) Basic conditions (articles ) -Two persons (regardless sex) -Monogamy -18 years old (or permission court) - Free consent Marriage is prohibited between: - Parents children - Step-parents step-children (exemption) -Parents in law children in law (exemption) - Brothers, sisters, brother and sister -Uncle or Aunt niece or nephew (exemption) - Adopter adoption child - Adoption child former spouse of adopter (exemption) - Adopter former spouse of adoption child (exemption) - Adoption children of same adopter (exemption) - Adoption child children of adopter (exemption) Documents (article 64) for the declaration of marriage (article 166) - Birth certificate - Proof of identity - Proof of citizenship -Proof of single status or dissolution/annulment former marriage - Proof of residence - Power of attorney -Other Legalization/translation Responsibilities registrar Ceremony (articles 75 and 166) -Day chosen by the spouses, hour by the registrar: time tables & fees -Town hall or other location decided by the municipal council -Witnesses: 0 to 4 -In public -Reading of chapter 6 Civil Code - Declaration of consent by the spouses - Declaration by the registrar - Signing the marriage certificate

6 Marriage certificate (article 74) -Date, place, time and officiating registrar marriage -Names, residence, place and date of birth spouses - Names and residence parents - Declaration spouses - Declaration registrar -Names, age, residence and relationship witnesses -Date, name and residence notary of marriage settlement (choice of law) - Marriage name if applicable Bogus marriages (articles 146bis and 167) -Definition: sole intention aimed at a permit of residence. - Indications (minister of Justice) -Possibility of postponing and refusing a bogus marriage -Annulment Dissolution of marriage: the Belgian Code of & Dissolution of marriage

7 Dissolution of marriage: the Belgian Code of & -Jurisdiction of the Belgian court -Legal framework -Recognition in Belgium of divorces abroad Difference EU non-eu Dissolution of marriage: the Belgian Code of & Jurisdiction of the Belgian court (article 3 Brussels II, article 42 Code) - residence in Belgium -one of the spouses Belgian Dissolution of marriage: the Belgian Code of & Law system (article 55 Code) - usual residence both parties - last common residence - common nationality - Belgian law - formalities: territory Dissolution of marriages: the Belgian Code of & Recognition of divorces abroad EU except Denmark (articles 21, 22, 24, 25, 37 and annex 1 Brussels II) = automatically: certificate annex 1

8 Dissolution of marriages: the Belgian Code of & Dissolution of marriage: the Belgian Civil Code Recognition of divorces abroad non-eu and Denmark (articles 22, 25 and 57 Code) The registrar refuses when: - Violation Belgian public order - Violation rights of defense -Evasion of Law - Decision open to appeal - Decision not compatible with earlier decision - Procedure started after Belgian procedure - Jurisdiction was exclusively Belgian -No bond with state where decision took place -Repudiation based on the will of the husband alone Dissolution of marriage: the Belgian Civil Code -2 types of divorce - Simplification process - Registrar s role limited Civil partnerships: the legal cohabitation

9 Legal cohabitation: the Belgian Code of Legal cohabitation: the Belgian Code of -Jurisdiction of the registrar when parties have residence in municipality -Legal framework: country of first registration -Recognition: see marriages (applicable national law, no evasion Belgian law, no violation Belgian public order, validity of documents) Legal cohabitation: the Belgian Civil Code Legal cohabitation: the Belgian Civil Code -Articles 1475 to Introduced year Registrar common residence -Two conditions: -No other legal cohabitation or marriage - Ability to conclude contracts

10 Legal cohabitation: the Belgian Civil Code - Declaration: -Date -Names, place and date of birth, signature both parties - Common residence -Consent -Aware of articles Civil Code -Place, date and name notary (separate agreement) Legal cohabitation: the Belgian Civil Code - End: death, marriage or declaration -Ceremony - Differences with marriage - Considerable -During the years social and tax benefits: marriage light -Gate for migration Conclusions Conclusions - Unexepted effects - Simplification - Citizen s wishes central - Changing society

11 Thank you!

Notice of marriage. Guidance notes

Notice of marriage. Guidance notes To be submitted to the local authority of the district where one of the parties lives To be completed by the local authority Reception date File number KLE 23.01.01G01 tice of marriage Guidance notes Completion

More information

LAW OF 16 JULY 2004 HOLDING THE CODE OF PRIVATE INTERNATIONAL LAW

LAW OF 16 JULY 2004 HOLDING THE CODE OF PRIVATE INTERNATIONAL LAW LAW OF 16 JULY 2004 HOLDING THE CODE OF PRIVATE INTERNATIONAL LAW [English translation by: Caroline Clijmans (LLM, NYU), Assistant, Department of Private International Law, University of Ghent, Belgium

More information

Residence visa for family reunification under the European Community regime

Residence visa for family reunification under the European Community regime Residence visa for family reunification under the European Community regime INTRODUCTION A European Community Family Reunification visa may be issued to anyone falling under EU law, provided they enter

More information

EVIDENCE LIST FOR GIVING NOTICE OF MARRIAGE OR CIVIL PARTNERSHIP

EVIDENCE LIST FOR GIVING NOTICE OF MARRIAGE OR CIVIL PARTNERSHIP EVIDENCE LIST FOR GIVING NOTICE OF MARRIAGE OR CIVIL PARTNERSHIP This document provides a list of the evidence which has been prescribed in regulations to enable a person to give notice of their intention

More information

Information on Name Change and Name Declaration

Information on Name Change and Name Declaration Information on Name Change and Name Declaration Generally, the German civil law does not allow a change of name, unless the name change took place due to marriage, divorce or adoption. If you changed your

More information

MARRIAGE RIGHTS I N I L L I N O I S

MARRIAGE RIGHTS I N I L L I N O I S MARRIAGE RIGHTS I N I L L I N O I S FOREWORD At Equality Illinois, we work to promote a fair and unified Illinois where everyone is treated equally with dignity and respect and where all people live freely

More information

Child Migration. 1128 (Design date 08/15)

Child Migration. 1128 (Design date 08/15) Child Migration 2 1128 (Design date 08/15) About this booklet This booklet is designed to assist in understanding the steps for applying for Child Migration to Australia, and in how to complete the application

More information

This is a publication of the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs. FAQ Same-sex marriage 2010

This is a publication of the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs. FAQ Same-sex marriage 2010 This is a publication of the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs FAQ Same-sex marriage 2010 1 1. Same-sex marriage 2. Alternative types of partnership 3. Conversion 4. Recognition abroad 5. Non-Dutch

More information

FA1. Application packet. Application for family reunification of spouses

FA1. Application packet. Application for family reunification of spouses Application packet Application for family reunification of spouses Contents This application packet contains two forms: Form 1 - Application for family reunification of spouses in Denmark Form 2 - Information

More information

7 FAM 870 AUTHENTICATION OF DOCUMENTS

7 FAM 870 AUTHENTICATION OF DOCUMENTS 7 FAM 870 AUTHENTICATION OF DOCUMENTS 7 FAM 871 SUMMARY (Office of Origin: CA/OCS/L) a. An authentication is a certification of the genuineness of the signature and/or seal or the position of a foreign

More information

Application for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) 1

Application for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) 1 Application for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) 1 FORM 1 Family Law Rules r. 6.01 Please type or print clearly and mark [X] all boxes that apply. Attach extra pages if you need more space to answer any

More information

THE IMPACT OF THE NEW ILLINOIS CIVIL UNION LAW

THE IMPACT OF THE NEW ILLINOIS CIVIL UNION LAW THE IMPACT OF THE NEW ILLINOIS CIVIL UNION LAW Kenny Eathington Husch Blackwell LLP 401 Main St., Suite 1400 Peoria, Illinois 61602 Kenny Eathington is a member of the Real Estate Practice Group in the

More information

Executive Order on Residence in Denmark for Aliens Falling within the Rules of the European Union (the EU Residence Order) 1

Executive Order on Residence in Denmark for Aliens Falling within the Rules of the European Union (the EU Residence Order) 1 Act No. 322 of 21 April 2009 Executive Order on Residence in Denmark for Aliens Falling within the Rules of the European Union (the EU Residence Order) 1 The following is laid down pursuant to section

More information

Instructions for expatriate Finns

Instructions for expatriate Finns Instructions for expatriate Finns Information about the address and personal circumstances of Finnish nationals residing abroad only stay up to date if they report any changes in such information to the

More information

LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF GEORGIA ON CITIZENSHIP OF GEORGIA

LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF GEORGIA ON CITIZENSHIP OF GEORGIA /unofficial translation/ LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF GEORGIA ON CITIZENSHIP OF GEORGIA Citizenship is the stable legal relationship of a person with the state which is expressed in the totality of their mutual

More information

MARRIAGE FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES IN CALIFORNIA

MARRIAGE FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES IN CALIFORNIA MARRIAGE FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES IN CALIFORNIA Frequently Asked Questions Last Updated: July 9, 2015 NOTE: This document is intended to provide information for same-sex couples who are considering getting

More information

The City Civil Registry Office Local Government Unit Pasay City

The City Civil Registry Office Local Government Unit Pasay City (1) The City Civil Registry Office Local Government Unit Pasay City Birth Certificate Registration All Birth events should be reported in the Birth Registry of the City/ Municipality where the birth transpired

More information

APPLICATION FOR DIVORCE - Form 3

APPLICATION FOR DIVORCE - Form 3 APPLICATION FOR DIVORCE - Form 3 Filed in: Client ID Federal Magistrates Court of Australia File number Family Court of Australia Family Court of Western Australia Filed at Filed on COURT USE ONLY Court

More information

HOW TO GET MARRIED IN GERMANY

HOW TO GET MARRIED IN GERMANY 7th JMTC Legal Assistance Information HOW TO GET MARRIED IN GERMANY Please note that this Information Paper only provides basic information and is not intended to serve as a substitute for personal consultations

More information

Application for Schengen Visa

Application for Schengen Visa Photo Stamp of Embassy or Consulate Application for Schengen Visa This application form is free 1. Surname(s) (family name(s)) FOR EMBASSY / CONSULATE USE ONLY 2. Surname(s) at birth (earlier family name(s))

More information

INFORMATION FOR MARRIAGE APPLICANTS AND OFFICIANTS

INFORMATION FOR MARRIAGE APPLICANTS AND OFFICIANTS MAY 2015 INFORMATION FOR MARRIAGE APPLICANTS AND OFFICIANTS Applicants or officiants who have questions or concerns regarding the officiant s authority to perform marriages in Wisconsin should seek legal

More information

The Rights and Obligations of Civil Partners and other Same-Sex Couples

The Rights and Obligations of Civil Partners and other Same-Sex Couples The Rights and Obligations of Civil Partners and other Same-Sex Couples Note: This pack is for your information only. It is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice. 1 2 IRISH COUNCIL FOR CIVIL

More information

Required Employment D Documents Document Options for Ve erifying Eligibility Legal S Spouse Eligibility requirements:

Required Employment D Documents Document Options for Ve erifying Eligibility Legal S Spouse Eligibility requirements: Required Employment Documents Below is a list of eligibility rules and documents required to verify the eligibility of each dependent. In some cases, at least TWO forms of documentation aree required.

More information

The Process of Mediation in the Family Court

The Process of Mediation in the Family Court The Process of Mediation in the Family Court MINISTRY FOR JUSTICE, CULTURE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT 2 The Process of Mediation in the Family Court Information booklet issued by the Law Courts, Malta October

More information

MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND GUIDANCE NOTES TO HELP YOU COMPLETE THE MARRIAGE NOTICE APPLICATION FORM M10

MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND GUIDANCE NOTES TO HELP YOU COMPLETE THE MARRIAGE NOTICE APPLICATION FORM M10 MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND GUIDANCE NOTES TO HELP YOU COMPLETE THE MARRIAGE NOTICE APPLICATION FORM M10 (NOTES) to Form M10 (These notes are not part of the form M10 prescribed under the Marriage (Scotland)

More information

FL401 Application for: a non-molestation order / an occupation order (10.97)

FL401 Application for: a non-molestation order / an occupation order (10.97) Application for: a non-molestation order an occupation order Family Law Act 1996 (Part IV) To be completed by the court Date issued Case number The court 1 About you (the applicant) Please read the accompanying

More information

FAMILY LAW OF KOSOVO

FAMILY LAW OF KOSOVO UNITED NATIONS United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo UNMIK NATIONS UNIES Mission d Administration Intérimaire des Nations Unies au Kosovo PROVISIONAL INSTITUTIONS OF SELF GOVERNMENT Law

More information

LAO PEOPLE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC PEACE INDEPENDENCE DEMOCRACY UNITY PROSPERITY

LAO PEOPLE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC PEACE INDEPENDENCE DEMOCRACY UNITY PROSPERITY LAO PEOPLE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC PEACE INDEPENDENCE DEMOCRACY UNITY PROSPERITY President s Office No. 97/P 24 December 1990 DECREE of the PRESIDENT of the LAO PEOPLE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC On the Promulgation

More information

County of Ocean, New Jersey. Jeffrey W. Moran, Surrogate 118 Washington Street, P. O. Box 2191 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 - Phone: 732-929-2011

County of Ocean, New Jersey. Jeffrey W. Moran, Surrogate 118 Washington Street, P. O. Box 2191 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 - Phone: 732-929-2011 County of Ocean, New Jersey Jeffrey W. Moran, Surrogate 118 Washington Street, P. O. Box 2191 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 - Phone: 732-929-2011 A PLANNING GUIDE TO THE PROBATE PROCESS The Probate Process

More information

Legal Information for Same Sex Couples

Legal Information for Same Sex Couples Community Legal Information Association of Prince Edward Island, Inc. Legal Information for Same Sex Couples People in same sex relationships often have questions about their rights and the rights of their

More information

Law of Georgia On Adoption and Foster Care. Chapter I. General Provisions

Law of Georgia On Adoption and Foster Care. Chapter I. General Provisions Law of Georgia On Adoption and Foster Care Chapter I General Provisions Article 1. Goals and scope of regulation of the Law 1. The Goals of this Law are: based on the principles recognized by the Constitution

More information

GUIDELINES ON THE MARRIAGE ACT 1961 FOR MARRIAGE CELEBRANTS

GUIDELINES ON THE MARRIAGE ACT 1961 FOR MARRIAGE CELEBRANTS GUIDELINES ON THE MARRIAGE ACT 1961 FOR MARRIAGE CELEBRANTS This document provides essential information on the solemnisation of marriages under the Marriage Act 1961. The Marriage Act 1961 and Marriage

More information

ADOPTION OF CHILDREN CHAPTER 131

ADOPTION OF CHILDREN CHAPTER 131 [CH.131 1 CHAPTER 131 LIST OF AUTHORISED PAGES 1 4 LRO 1/2010 5 8 Original 9 16 LRO 1/2010 SECTION ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS 1. Short title. 2. Interpretation. 3. Power to make adoption orders. 4. Alien

More information

What is the purpose of the Grant of Representation?

What is the purpose of the Grant of Representation? PA2 How to obtain probate - A guide for people acting without a solicitor What is the Probate Service? The Probate Service is part of HM Courts & Tribunals Service. It administers the system of probate,

More information

Indonesian Civil Code

Indonesian Civil Code Indonesian Civil Code (Promulgated by publication of April 39 1847 S.NO.23) BOOK ONE - INDIVIDUAL Contents Chapter I - Concerning the enjoyment and the loss of civil rights Chapter II - Concerning assets

More information

Form APP2. Application. to Buy. Your Home. For landlords use only. Name. Ref. Address

Form APP2. Application. to Buy. Your Home. For landlords use only. Name. Ref. Address Form APP2 Application to Buy Your Home For landlords use only Name Ref. Address This is a legal document. However, the notes are not a complete or authoritative statement of the law. You should ensure:

More information

What is the purpose of the grant of representation?

What is the purpose of the grant of representation? PA2 How to obtain probate - A guide for people acting without a solicitor What is the Probate Service? The Probate Service is part of HM Courts & Tribunals Service. It administers the system of probate

More information

Health Care Directives

Health Care Directives Health Care Directives DUNNING PLACE March 2011 Health Care Directives The purpose of this booklet is to outline briefly the law and practice around health care directives. This booklet is a summary and

More information

DIVORCE AND SEPARATION

DIVORCE AND SEPARATION DIVORCE AND SEPARATION What are the reasons for a divorce? In Virginia, you can get a divorce for six reasons. Two reasons don't need a waiting period: Adultery, sodomy or buggery. These are very difficult

More information

PERSONAL IDENTITY INFORMATION DIRECTION

PERSONAL IDENTITY INFORMATION DIRECTION PERSONAL IDENTITY INFORMATION DIRECTION TO: THE MEDICAL SERVICES COMMISSION DIRECTION: 3/12 SUBJECT: Direction on Identity-Proofing Individuals for the Purposes of Enrollment or Renewing Enrollment in

More information

FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME

FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION TEL TOE 120/145 APPLICATION FOR DISABILITY INSURANCE BENEFITS Form Approved OMB. 0960-0060 (Do not write in this space) I apply for a period of disability and/or all insurance

More information

LAO PEOPLPE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC PEACE INDEPENDENCE UNITY SOCIIALIMS FAMILY LAW. PART I: General Principles

LAO PEOPLPE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC PEACE INDEPENDENCE UNITY SOCIIALIMS FAMILY LAW. PART I: General Principles LAO PEOPLPE S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC PEACE INDEPENDENCE UNITY SOCIIALIMS People s Supreme Assembly No. 07/90/SPA FAMILY LAW PART I: General Principles Article 1. Purpose of the family law The Family Law aims

More information

How to Apply for Employees' Compensation for Death

How to Apply for Employees' Compensation for Death How to Apply for Employees' Compensation for Death Labour Department Introduction This leaflet explains concisely the main provisions of the Employees' Compensation Ordinance (ECO) on the compensation

More information

hague conference on private international law The ABCs of Apostilles How to ensure that your public documents will be recognised abroad

hague conference on private international law The ABCs of Apostilles How to ensure that your public documents will be recognised abroad hague conference on private international law The ABCs of Apostilles How to ensure that your public documents will Ap os til le s be recognised abroad This brochure provides practical replies to the following

More information

CABINET OFFICE THE CIVIL SERVICE NATIONALITY RULES

CABINET OFFICE THE CIVIL SERVICE NATIONALITY RULES ANNEX A CABINET OFFICE THE CIVIL SERVICE NATIONALITY RULES Introduction The Civil Service Nationality Rules concern eligibility for employment in the Civil Service on the grounds of nationality and must

More information

FAMILY MATTERS MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND

FAMILY MATTERS MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND FAMILY MATTERS MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND MARRIAGE IN SCOTLAND Where families are strong and working well, Scottish Ministers believe that the government should not get involved. Family life should, wherever

More information

Statement after the Act on Marriage Formation and Dissolution 11b concerning knowledge of Aliens Act rules on family reunification

Statement after the Act on Marriage Formation and Dissolution 11b concerning knowledge of Aliens Act rules on family reunification Statement after the Act on Marriage Formation and Dissolution 11b concerning knowledge of Aliens Act rules on family reunification Pursuant to section 9 (1) (a - d) a residence permit can be issued upon

More information

THE BASICS Adoption in New York State

THE BASICS Adoption in New York State THE BASICS Adoption in New York State This booklet has been put together to help you understand what adoption is. It will tell you who can be adopted. It will tell you who can adopt a child and how the

More information

FAMILY CODE OF ALBANIA

FAMILY CODE OF ALBANIA Women in Development IQC Contract No. GEW-I-00-02-00016-00 Women s Legal Rights Initiative FAMILY CODE OF ALBANIA Law Number 9062 Adopted May 8, 2003 Unofficial English Translation Prepared by: Chemonics

More information

THE LAW OF THE AZERBAIJAN REPUBLIC. On Citizenship of the Azerbaijan Republic. Section I GENERAL PROVISIONS

THE LAW OF THE AZERBAIJAN REPUBLIC. On Citizenship of the Azerbaijan Republic. Section I GENERAL PROVISIONS THE LAW OF THE AZERBAIJAN REPUBLIC On Citizenship of the Azerbaijan Republic Section I GENERAL PROVISIONS Article 1. The Right for Citizenship According to Article 52 of the Constitution of the Azerbaijan

More information

91[/2012] Act as of 25 January 2012 on Private International Law. Part One General Provisions. 1 Subject Matter

91[/2012] Act as of 25 January 2012 on Private International Law. Part One General Provisions. 1 Subject Matter 91[/2012] Act as of 25 January 2012 on Private International Law The Parliament has passed this Act of the Czech Republic: Part One General Provisions 1 Subject Matter This Act stipulates, in relations

More information

Part One: Interpretation

Part One: Interpretation The translation is intended solely for the convenience of the reader. This translation has no legal status and although every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy, the Bank of Israel does not assume

More information

AGREEMENT. between. the Government of the Kingdom of Denmark and. the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. on the facilitation of the issuance of visas

AGREEMENT. between. the Government of the Kingdom of Denmark and. the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. on the facilitation of the issuance of visas AGREEMENT between the Government of the Kingdom of Denmark and the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the facilitation of the issuance of visas The Government of the KINGDOM OF DENMARK and The Cabinet

More information

An affidavit is a document containing a statement that the deponent swears to be true to the best of their knowledge.

An affidavit is a document containing a statement that the deponent swears to be true to the best of their knowledge. Affidavit An affidavit is a document containing a statement that the deponent swears to be true to the best of their knowledge. The commissioner then signs as confirmation that the oath or affirmation

More information

Report of intended marriage

Report of intended marriage Report of intended marriage Future spouse 1: 1 2 3 4 Place of birth, country of birth 5 place and country 6 Nationality/nationalities 7 Marital status 8 If previously married/previous registered partnership,

More information

AGENDA ITEM IV: EU CITIZEN'S RIGHTS

AGENDA ITEM IV: EU CITIZEN'S RIGHTS SCREENING CHAPTER 23 Country Session: 4.1. THE RIGHT TO VOTE AND STAND FOR EP ELECTIONS Voting in diplomatic missions in Turkey is not prohibited by the Turkish legislation. Foreigners may cast their votes

More information

This application is to obtain a Birth Certificate for individuals who were born in Ontario. Applicant Information

This application is to obtain a Birth Certificate for individuals who were born in Ontario. Applicant Information This application is to obtain a Birth Certificate for individuals who were born in Ontario. Please type in the information for this application on your computer, print it out and sign it. Alternatively,

More information

7 FAM 1100 APPENDIX E BIRTH IN WEDLOCK, OF WEDLOCK, VOID AND VOIDABLE MARRIAGES

7 FAM 1100 APPENDIX E BIRTH IN WEDLOCK, OF WEDLOCK, VOID AND VOIDABLE MARRIAGES 7 FAM 1100 APPENDIX E BIRTH IN WEDLOCK, OF WEDLOCK, VOID AND VOIDABLE MARRIAGES (CT:CON-576; 05-05-2015) (Office of Origin: CA/OCS/L) 7 FAM 1110 APPENDIX E INTRODUCTION This Appendix focuses on what birth

More information

Completing an Adoption in Minnesota. The Rights and Responsibilities of Birth Parents, Prospective Adoptive Parents and Adoption Agencies

Completing an Adoption in Minnesota. The Rights and Responsibilities of Birth Parents, Prospective Adoptive Parents and Adoption Agencies Completing an Adoption in Minnesota The Rights and Responsibilities of Birth Parents, Prospective Adoptive Parents and Adoption Agencies This information is available in other forms to people with disabilities

More information

Legal Marriage Requirements by Destination

Legal Marriage Requirements by Destination Legal Marriage Requirements by Destination Making your marriage legal, especially in international countries such as Mexico or the Caribbean can require some additional steps before you can say I Do. Check

More information

Same-Sex Domestic Partner Benefits

Same-Sex Domestic Partner Benefits Same-Sex Domestic Partner Benefits UPS Health and Welfare Package UPS Health and Welfare Package for Retired Employees UPS Health and Welfare Package Select UPS Health and Welfare Package Select for Retired

More information

A GUIDE TO THE PROBATE PROCESS

A GUIDE TO THE PROBATE PROCESS Theodore Sliwinski, Esq. East Brunswick, NJ A GUIDE TO THE PROBATE PROCESS What is the probate process? The probate process begins immediately after death. The first thing that any executor should do upon

More information

LIST OF SUBSTITUTE DECISION MAKERS WHO MAY GIVE OR REFUSE CONSENT IN RESPECT TO HEALTH CARE MATTERS IF A PERSON IS NOT MENTALLY CAPABLE

LIST OF SUBSTITUTE DECISION MAKERS WHO MAY GIVE OR REFUSE CONSENT IN RESPECT TO HEALTH CARE MATTERS IF A PERSON IS NOT MENTALLY CAPABLE LIST OF SUBSTITUTE DECISION MAKERS WHO MAY GIVE OR REFUSE CONSENT IN RESPECT TO HEALTH CARE MATTERS IF A PERSON IS NOT MENTALLY CAPABLE Introduction By: Judith A. Wahl B.A., LL.B. Advocacy Centre for the

More information

CHAPTER 131 ADOPTION OF CHILDREN

CHAPTER 131 ADOPTION OF CHILDREN [CH.131 3 CHAPTER 131 SUPREME COURT () RULES (SECTION 17) [Commencement 24th February, 1955] 1. (1) These Rules may be cited as the Supreme Court (Adoption of Children) Rules. (2) In these Rules, the expression

More information

Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013

Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013 Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013 CHAPTER 30 Explanatory Notes have been produced to assist in the understanding of this Act and are available separately 10.75 Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013 CHAPTER

More information

Bulgarian Private International Law Code. Part One BASIC PROVISIONS Chapter One SCOPE OF CODE

Bulgarian Private International Law Code. Part One BASIC PROVISIONS Chapter One SCOPE OF CODE Bulgarian Private International Law Code Part One BASIC PROVISIONS Chapter One SCOPE OF CODE Subject Matter Article 1. (1) The provisions of this Code shall govern: 1. the international jurisdiction of

More information

CONVENTION ON CERTAIN QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE CONFLICT OF NATIONALITY LAWS THE HAGUE - 12 APRIL 1930

CONVENTION ON CERTAIN QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE CONFLICT OF NATIONALITY LAWS THE HAGUE - 12 APRIL 1930 CONVENTION ON CERTAIN QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE CONFLICT OF NATIONALITY LAWS THE HAGUE - 12 APRIL 1930 CONSIDERING that it is of importance to settle by international agreement questions relating to the

More information

PETITION FOR DIVORCE THE QUEEN'S BENCH (FAMILY DIVISION) Centre. and PETITION FOR DIVORCE

PETITION FOR DIVORCE THE QUEEN'S BENCH (FAMILY DIVISION) Centre. and PETITION FOR DIVORCE FORM 70A File No. FD PETITION FOR DIVORCE THE QUEEN'S BENCH (FAMILY DIVISION) Centre BETWEEN: (full name), petitioner, and (full name), respondent. PETITION FOR DIVORCE TO THE RESPONDENT (full name) A

More information

Malta Individual Investor Programme Checklist and Guidelines

Malta Individual Investor Programme Checklist and Guidelines Identity Malta Agency, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Old Hospital Street, Valletta VLT 1645 Malta enquiries@identitymalta.com Malta Individual Investor Programme Checklist and Guidelines PLEASE READ

More information

RESIDENCE AND SCHOOL ATTENDANCE PLAYER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Each local Little League determines the actual geographic boundaries of the area from

RESIDENCE AND SCHOOL ATTENDANCE PLAYER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Each local Little League determines the actual geographic boundaries of the area from RESIDENCE AND SCHOOL ATTENDANCE PLAYER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Each local Little League determines the actual geographic boundaries of the area from within which it shall select players. These boundaries

More information

Marriage and Divorce

Marriage and Divorce FAMILY LAW FOR WOMEN IN ONTARIO Marriage and Divorce All Women. One Family Law. Know your Rights. Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) has prepared this information to provide Muslim women with basic

More information

Application Guide for the Family Members Category SASKATCHEWAN IMMIGRANT NOMINEE PROGRAM (SINP)

Application Guide for the Family Members Category SASKATCHEWAN IMMIGRANT NOMINEE PROGRAM (SINP) Application Guide for the Family Members Category SASKATCHEWAN IMMIGRANT NOMINEE PROGRAM (SINP) This Application Guide outlines the requirements for the Family Members Category of the Saskatchewan Immigrant

More information

APPLICATION FOR CONSULAR REPORT OF BIRTH ABROAD OF A CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

APPLICATION FOR CONSULAR REPORT OF BIRTH ABROAD OF A CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STEP 1: Read the instructions before completing and submitting this application. The instructions contain important information about completing the application and list what documents can be submitted

More information

No. 3850. CONVENTION ON THE RECOVERY ABROAD OF MAINTENANCE. DONE AT NEW YORK ON 20 JUNE 1956'

No. 3850. CONVENTION ON THE RECOVERY ABROAD OF MAINTENANCE. DONE AT NEW YORK ON 20 JUNE 1956' 1982 United Nations Treaty Series Nations Unies Recueil des Traités 349 No. 3850. CONVENTION ON THE RECOVERY ABROAD OF MAINTENANCE. DONE AT NEW YORK ON 20 JUNE 1956' COMMUNICATION under articles 2 (3)

More information

LAW ON ORGANIZING AFFAIRS OF THE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS

LAW ON ORGANIZING AFFAIRS OF THE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS LAW ON ORGANIZING AFFAIRS OF THE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS Chapter One General Provisions Article 1: This law has been passed in order to regulate the issues concerning and manner of performance of defense attorneys

More information

MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS

MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS Level Five, General Post Office Building, Cheapside, Bridgetown, Barbados. Telephone: (246) 228 8950 Fax: (246) 437 3794 Email: wgittens@mha.gov.bb In order to obtain a marriage

More information

Population registration in Sweden

Population registration in Sweden 2014 Population registration in Sweden In order for you to exercise your rights it is important that you are entered into the population register. You vote and pay taxes in the municipality where you live.

More information

Request to Increase Insurance Life Event

Request to Increase Insurance Life Event Request to Increase Insurance Life Event Accumulation Scheme (Division 5) members only Use this form to apply to increase your insurance cover when a specific life event has occurred. As an accumulation

More information

A GUIDE TO THE FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT

A GUIDE TO THE FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT A GUIDE TO THE FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT 1. WHAT IS THE FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT? The First Home Owner Grant ( FHOG ) was established by the Federal Government to assist those purchasing their first owner occupied

More information

PERSONAL IDENTITY INFORMATION DIRECTION

PERSONAL IDENTITY INFORMATION DIRECTION PERSONAL IDENTITY INFORMATION DIRECTION TO: THE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA DIRECTION: 1/13 SUBJECT: Direction on Identity-Proofing Applicants for the BC Services Card AUTHORITY: This direction

More information

RULES OF THE GEORGIAN SECURITIES CENTRAL SECURITIES DEPOSITORY ON SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTES

RULES OF THE GEORGIAN SECURITIES CENTRAL SECURITIES DEPOSITORY ON SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTES Approved: by the General Meeting of Georgian Securities Central Depository October 25, 1999 RULES OF THE GEORGIAN SECURITIES CENTRAL SECURITIES DEPOSITORY ON SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTES TBILISI 1999 Introduction

More information

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT ADOPTION PROCEDURES

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT ADOPTION PROCEDURES Adoption in Florida WHAT IS ADOPTION? Adoption is the legal procedure by which a child becomes, through court action, part of a family other than that of his or her birth parents. Adoption is a serious

More information

Let s talk about Intestacy. If you die without a valid Will you are said to have died intestate.

Let s talk about Intestacy. If you die without a valid Will you are said to have died intestate. Let s talk about Intestacy If you die without a valid Will you are said to have died intestate. Our Vision and Mission To be Queensland s best provider of trustee and administration services. To deliver

More information

Marriage Registration and Certification:

Marriage Registration and Certification: Marriage Registration and Certification: The following documents are required to complete the application:- Documents Required Affidavit of (a) Bride (b) Groom (c) Joint (Bride and Groom) Statement (a)

More information

REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN. Nationality Regulations, 2011

REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN. Nationality Regulations, 2011 REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN Nationality Regulations, 2011 Table of Contents Chapter 1: General and Preliminary Provisions... 3 Preliminary Provisions... 3 Interpretation of the Regulations... 3 Interpretation

More information

AGREEMENT BETWEEN JAPAN AND THE GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG ON SOCIAL SECURITY. Japan and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg,

AGREEMENT BETWEEN JAPAN AND THE GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG ON SOCIAL SECURITY. Japan and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, AGREEMENT BETWEEN JAPAN AND THE GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG ON SOCIAL SECURITY Japan and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, Being desirous of regulating their mutual relations in the field of social security,

More information

MARRIAGE VISITOR (VAF1F NOV

MARRIAGE VISITOR (VAF1F NOV MARRIAGE VISITOR (VAF1F NOV 2008) This form is for use outside the UK only. This form is provided free of charge. READ THIS FIRST This form must be completed in English. You may use blue or black ink.

More information

The Health Care Directives and Substitute Health Care Decision Makers Act

The Health Care Directives and Substitute Health Care Decision Makers Act HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES AND SUBSTITUTE 1 The Health Care Directives and Substitute Health Care Decision Makers Act being Chapter H-0.001* of the Statutes of Saskatchewan, 1997 (effective September 1, 1997)

More information

GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA SESSION 2005 H 1 HOUSE BILL 1664

GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA SESSION 2005 H 1 HOUSE BILL 1664 GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA SESSION 00 H HOUSE BILL Short Title: Covenant Marriage Act of 00/Funds. Sponsors: Representative Capps. Referred to: Judiciary I, if favorable, Appropriations. May, 00

More information

Application for adoption information: Relative or guardian of adopted person who is deceased or does not have capacity

Application for adoption information: Relative or guardian of adopted person who is deceased or does not have capacity The purpose of the application for adoption information: is deceased or does not have capacity form This form is for use by a relative or guardian of an adult adopted person to apply for adoption information

More information

GENERAL SCHEME OF A CHILDREN AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS BILL 2014 ARRANGEMENT OF HEADS PART 1. Preliminary and General PART 2

GENERAL SCHEME OF A CHILDREN AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS BILL 2014 ARRANGEMENT OF HEADS PART 1. Preliminary and General PART 2 GENERAL SCHEME OF A CHILDREN AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS BILL 2014 ARRANGEMENT OF HEADS PART 1 Preliminary and General Head 1. Short title and commencement. 2. Interpretation. 3. Repeals. 4. Expenses. PART

More information

RECOGNITION OF CUSTOMARY MARRIAGES ACT 120 OF 1998

RECOGNITION OF CUSTOMARY MARRIAGES ACT 120 OF 1998 Page 1 of 8 RECOGNITION OF CUSTOMARY MARRIAGES ACT 120 OF 1998 [ASSENTED TO 20 NOVEMBER 1998] [DATE OF COMMENCEMENT: 15 NOVEMBER 2000] (English text signed by the President) as amended by Judicial Matters

More information

CITIZENSHIP Canada. Application for Canadian Citizenship. (Subsection 5(1)) Adults (18 years of age and older) Table of Contents.

CITIZENSHIP Canada. Application for Canadian Citizenship. (Subsection 5(1)) Adults (18 years of age and older) Table of Contents. Citizenship and Immigration Canada Citoyenneté et Immigration Canada CITIZENSHIP Canada Table of Contents Overview... 2 Before You Apply... 3 Step 1. Gather Documents... 7 Step 2. Complete the Application...12

More information

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GMCL EMPLOYEE USED COMPANY AND NEW VEHICLE PURCHASE PROGRAM GENERAL PROCEDURES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS IN GENERAL HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK? In order to purchase or lease vehicles under the program,

More information

Switzerland's Federal Code on Private International Law (CPIL) 1

Switzerland's Federal Code on Private International Law (CPIL) 1 Switzerland's Federal Code on Private International Law (CPIL) of December 8, 987 www.umbricht.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Article Page Chapter : Provisions in Common Section : Scope Section : Jurisdiction -

More information

NB: Unofficial translation, legally binding only in Finnish and Swedish Ministry of Justice, Finland. Adoption Act

NB: Unofficial translation, legally binding only in Finnish and Swedish Ministry of Justice, Finland. Adoption Act NB: Unofficial translation, legally binding only in Finnish and Swedish Ministry of Justice, Finland Adoption Act Act No 22/2012, adopted on 20 January 2012 Chapter 1 General provisions Section 1 Purpose

More information

Benefit transfer or payment request

Benefit transfer or payment request AON ELIGIBLE ROLLOVER FUND Benefit transfer or payment request Use this form to request a transfer/rollover of your benefit to another superannuation fund or a benefit payment to you. Transferring or paying

More information

Switzerland's Federal Code on Private International Law (CPIL) 1

Switzerland's Federal Code on Private International Law (CPIL) 1 Switzerland's Federal Code on Private International Law (CPIL) of December 8, 987 UM BRICHT www.umbricht.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Article Page Chapter : Provisions in Common Section : Scope Section : Jurisdiction

More information

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING A COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE WITHOUT MINOR CHILDREN

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING A COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE WITHOUT MINOR CHILDREN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING A COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE WITHOUT MINOR CHILDREN GENERAL COMMENTS This is the form packet for people who want to file their own divorce in Clayton County, and who do not have any

More information

All Women. One Family Law.

All Women. One Family Law. 11 Marriage and Divorce ENG 011 FAMILY LAW FOR WOMEN IN ONTARIO All Women. One Family Law. Know your Rights. Marriage and Divorce This booklet is meant to give you a basic understanding of legal issues.

More information