How can we get married in Georgia? This is the question our team at Lotus Wedding receives most often. The good news? The process is incredibly straightforward. While the bureaucracy is minimal, the details matter—which is where we come in.
We handle the paperwork, navigate the local legal nuances, and provide professional interpreters. Even though Georgia’s wedding venues are stunningly modern, English or Russian-speaking staff aren’t always available. Lotus Wedding ensures nothing is lost in translation.
Essential Document Checklist To register your marriage in Georgia, you will need to provide the following:
- Passports: Valid travel documents for both partners.
- Certified Translations: Your passports must be translated into Georgian and notarized locally. To save you time, Lotus Wedding can handle this in advance—simply send us high-quality scans of your documents.
- Witnesses: You need two witnesses. If they are not Georgian citizens, their passports also require notarized Georgian translations. (If you are traveling solo, ask us about providing witnesses for you).
- Proof of Marital Status: If either partner has been married before, an original divorce certificate is required.
- For CIS countries: A notarized Georgian translation is sufficient.
- For all other countries: The document must bear an Apostille or Legalization seal from your country of residence before being translated here.
- Common Children: If you have children together, please provide their birth certificates (also requiring Georgian translation).
Choosing Your Venue In Georgia, you have two primary options for the legal ceremony:
- The Wedding Hall (Ceremonial) For those who want a moment that feels like a wedding. This includes a private ceremony, a dedicated coordinator, the exchange of vows, and a celebratory bottle of champagne.
- Official Fees: 135 GEL (Weekdays) | 225 GEL (Weekends).
- Off-site Ceremonies: Want to say “I do” in the mountains, a vineyard, or a private villa? A registrar can come to your chosen location for a fee of 255 GEL.
- The Public Service Hall (Administrative) This is a purely administrative process. There is no ceremony or privacy—you simply sign the registry and receive your certificate. There is no state fee for this basic registration.
Regional Highlights
- Batumi: Applications are submitted via the Public Service Hall. You can choose a quick administrative sign-off or a full ceremony at the beautiful Batumi Wedding Hall.
- Sighnaghi (The City of Love): Famous for its 24/7 Wedding Hall. While it’s always open, Lotus Wedding recommends booking your specific time slot in advance to ensure a seamless experience.
International Validation: Apostille & Legalization Once you receive your Georgian marriage certificate, it must be prepared for use in your home country. This involves translation (English, Russian, French, German, and others are available) and an official state seal.
How long does it take? The standard processing time is 8 working days. However, Lotus Wedding can expedite this to 4 days, 2 days, or even the same day for an additional rush fee.
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Apostille or Legalization?
- Apostille: Required for countries like the USA, UK, and Israel. A certificate with an Apostille is automatically recognized by these states.
- Legalization: A more complex process required by countries such as the UAE and most Gulf states. This involves a Georgian state seal followed by an additional stamp from your relevant consulate.
Not sure which one you need? Contact Lotus Wedding today. We will verify the specific requirements for your nationality and ensure your marriage is legally recognized worldwide the moment you return home.
