Getting Married

Dominica is the perfect destination for weddings and honeymoons and it has the most breathtaking backdrop to celebrate moments of intimacy.

• At least one member of the party must be in Dominica for a minimum of two (2) days prior to the ceremony.
• A passport must be presented for inspection.
• Birth Certificates are required.
• A completed form “G” must be signed by both parties and witnessed by a magistrate.
• Each party must sign a completed declaration form before a Commissioner of Oaths. .00 postage stamp must be affixed to each form.
• If formerly married, a decree of divorce or death certificate of former spouse must be presented.
• Prospective spouses are advised to seek the advice of suitable counselors.

Application form may be obtained from:

Ministry of Community Development, Culture, Gender Affairs & Information
Government Headquarters
Roseau Dominica
Tel. 767 448-2401 / 266-3250

The form must be returned to the same Ministry duly signed, witnessed and accompanied by the requested proof of identity and marital status. After processing the application marriage license is issued by the Ministry of Community Development. This license must be presented to the Registrar at the time of the marriage ceremony.

Costs are as follows:

• Cost of Marriage License payable to the Ministry of Community Development - 0.00
• Marriages with the Registrar’s Office - .00
• Marriage celebrated outside the Registrar’s Offices - 0.00
• Solicitors fee for statutory declaration on marital status (inclusive of Affidavit) - 0.00.