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Registration of Marriage - Already Solemnized in USA

Note:

  • This service is available Only in Personat the consulate (Appointments only).
  • To schedule an Appointment, Please send an email to misc.sf@mea.gov.in.
  • The brideand bridegroom, along with 3 Witnessesare required to be present at the consulate at the time of the marriage registration.

Checklist of Documents to Bring to the Consulate

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)Both the Bride and Bridegroom should fill, Print & Sign the form and bring it to the consulate along with the supporting documents

2.

Marriage Registration Request Form (Click Here )Both the Bride and bridegroom have to fill in and sign the form.

3.

Original Passport of all the five individuals (Bride, Bridegroom and 3 witnesses) + 1 Photocopy (first & last page)

4.

Copy of Address Proof (utility bill, driver license or lease agreement) of all five individuals.

5.

Copy of valid Visa/Green Card of all five individuals.

6.

Original Marriage Certificate (Apostilled by the Secretary of State)+ 1 Photocopy

7.

2 Photographs (identical, passport size and recent) each of bride and bridegroom.

8.

Fees: $50 + $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

Payee Name “Consulate General of India, San Francisco”

Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.

FAQs on Registration of Marriage - Already Solemnized in USA

No.

Question

Proposed Answer

1.

How can one apply for Registration of Marriage - Already Solemnized in USA ?

Applicants must schedule an appointment for marriage registration by sending an email to misc.sf@mea.gov.in.

Once an appointment is scheduled, the bride and groom, along with three witnesses, must be present at the consulate at the appointed time.

2.

What is the processing time for Registration of Marriage - Already Solemnized in USA ?

One day (Same Day).

3.

Documents  valid as a proof of address/residence?

•    US Driving License OR

•    Utility Bill OR

•    Lease Agreement OR

•    State Identity Card OR

•    Mortgage Deed

4.

What Documents are valid as a proof of US Visa Status?

•    Visa page of Passport (i.e. H1B, H4, L1, L2 etc.) OR

•    Green Card. OR

•    Employment Authorization Document (Work Permit) OR

•    I-797, I-140 or I-20

5.

Can Applicants send the documents to the Consulate by Post or Physical Mail ?

THIS SERVICE IS NOT AVAILABLE IN POST/MAIL MODE

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