Trusted legal guidance for international couples planning their wedding in Hungary from abroad!
As a wedding planner in Budapest, Premier Wedding Planner Budapest is dedicated to helping international couples celebrate their love in Hungary. We understand how important it is to feel supported not only emotionally throughout the process, but also legally — with the paperwork and procedures that make your marriage valid and recognized, and to make sure the results are delivered and on time.
This is why we are proud to announce our collaboration with Gobert Tax & Legal, a trusted international law firm based in Budapest, Hungary with more than 20 years of experience assisting foreigners from around the world with legal, tax, corporate, business, and administrative matters across Budapest and Hungary. Together, we bring you a smoother, safer, and more reliable experience throughout your wedding journey.
Below, we outline the legal framework for foreigners getting married in Hungary, followed by how our collaboration with Gobert Tax & Legal ensures accuracy, efficiency, and peace of mind throughout the process.
Why We Partnered With Gobert Tax & Legal
Getting married in Hungary requires careful legal preparation — including gathering the correct documents, submitting applications on time, booking appointments with the authorities, and ensuring that everything is valid both under Hungarian law and in your home country. For many couples, this is the most stressful part of the process.
Gobert Tax & Legal provides professional guidance at every step, ensuring that documents, certificates, translations, and administrative procedures are handled correctly. Their multilingual team makes communication easy and reassuring for international couples. In addition, they provide legal advice on prenuptual agreements.
Prenuptual Agreements :
- 🛡️ Protect both partners
- 🤝 Transparency before marriage
- 🧘 Less conflict, more certainty
- 💼 Especially useful for business owners, property owners, second marriages
With their support, we can offer you complete peace of mind — so you can focus on what truly matters: celebrating your wedding day !
Who Is Gobert Tax & Legal?
Gobert Tax & Legal is a reputable international law firm established in 2002 in Budapest, Hungary by Dr. Arne Gobert. The firm combines both legal and tax expertise, making them an excellent partner not only for wedding-related legal services, but also for international clients relocating, investing, or establishing a business in Hungary.
Their practice areas include:
- Legal support for foreigners residing or moving to Hungary
- Company formation and registration
- Tax advisory and financial structuring
- Family law
- Real estate transactions
- Labour and employment law
- Contracts and commercial agreements
- Litigation and dispute resolution
- Business advisory services in English, German, and additional languages
Legal Requirements for Foreigners Getting Married in Hungary
Getting legally married in Hungary as a foreign national is absolutely possible — but it requires precise documentation and strict adherence to Hungarian regulations. Below is a clear and legally accurate overview of the Hungarian marriage requirements for foreigners, reflecting real administrative practice as of the year 2026.
Who Can Legally Get Married in Hungary
Under Hungarian legislation, foreigners are permitted to get married in Hungary. The required documentation varies depending on nationality and passport. As a general rule, both parties must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Hold a valid passport
- Provide a residence permit or residence ID, together with proof of residing address (where applicable)
Required Documents for Foreign Nationals
Birth Certificate
A valid birth certificate must be submitted by both parties.
If issued in a language other than Hungarian:
- An official Hungarian translation is required
- Translations must be completed by the Hungarian official translation authority
- The document must be apostilled
Divorce Certificate or Widow(er) Status Certificate (if applicable)
If either party has been previously married, a divorce decree or widow(er) certificate must be submitted.
If issued in another language:
- An official Hungarian translation by the Hungarian official translation authority is required
- The document must be apostilled
Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage
A Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage is required to confirm that there are no legal obstacles to the marriage. The form and issuance of this document vary by country. Depending on nationality, this document may be:
- A statement signed and certified by the consulate of the applicant’s country
- A specific official certificate issued by the home country (for example, in Germany this process can take up to 60 days)
- A personal declaration certified by a notary
Because requirements differ significantly, early legal guidance is highly recommended.
Application Timeline and Personal Appearance
Foreign couples must submit their application at least 60 days prior to their preferred civil wedding date. Important notes:
- Both parties must appear in person for the appointment
- Applications cannot be submitted by proxy or representative
Civil Wedding Ceremony Options in Hungary
Couples may choose to marry:
- At a registry office, with a selection of available ceremony rooms
- At an external venue of their choice (restaurant, winery, private estate, Danube riverside, etc.)
Civil ceremonies can also be arranged at selected external locations, including private estates, wineries, and other venues suitable for destination weddings in Hungary. Our guide to timeless wedding venues in Budapest offers further inspiration.
Different fees apply for external locations. The civil ceremony takes approximately 40 minutes and is legally conducted in Hungarian. Couples have the right to invite an interpreter, appoint a ceremony artist or actor, and nominate their own interpreter.
Witness Requirements
Witnesses are legally required for a civil marriage in Hungary. Key points:
- Passport copies or residence IDs of witnesses must be submitted with the main application
- Any number of witnesses may attend
- By law, a minimum of two witnesses is mandatory, one representing each party
Religious and Symbolic Ceremonies in Hungary
Religious ceremonies in Hungary are not legally binding but are highly popular !
In most Christian churches, couples must already be civilly married, and a civil marriage certificate is required before a religious ceremony can be scheduled.
Symbolic ceremonies are also not legally binding, but they offer complete creative freedom. Couples may hire professional actors or nominate a friend or family member to officiate.
How We Support the Legal Side of Wedding Planning
When planning your wedding in Budapest or anywhere in Hungary, Premier Wedding Planner Budapest together with Gobert Tax & Legal can assist you with:
- Preparing and reviewing required documents for application
- Booking and coordinating civil marriage appointments
- Managing legal translations and certifications
- Advising couples with mixed nationalities or complex legal backgrounds
- Providing additional legal or tax assistance for relocation, property purchase, or long-term residency
- In-person attendance + interpretation during initial in-person application
A Partnership Built on Trust
Our goal is to make your wedding journey smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable — from the first consultation to the moment you say “I do.” By partnering with Gobert Tax & Legal, we ensure that every legal step is handled with clarity, accuracy, and professionalism, allowing you to plan your wedding in Hungary with confidence.
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