Examination of impediments to marriage and the wedding ceremony
Before every wedding in Finland, an examination of impediments to marriage must be carried out. This guide explains where to request the examination, what is decided in it and how to book a time for either a civil or a church wedding.
You will need
- Online banking credentials for both of you
- Personal details and contact details
- A decision on your surname
- Two witnesses for the ceremony
- The documents required if one spouse is a foreign national
Steps
Decide on the type of ceremony
Choose whether you want a civil wedding, usually conducted by a DVV registrar, or a wedding by the church or another religious community. Church members can also request the examination of impediments from their own parish.
Request the examination of impediments
Choose your surnames
Documents for a foreign spouse
Wait for the certificate
Book a time for the ceremony
Arrange your witnesses
Take care of things after the wedding
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