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MARRIAGE IN IDAR-OBERSTEIN

REGISTRATION FOR MARRIAGE

Formal registration is required for the marriage. It is accepted by a registry office in whose district one of the engaged couple resides. If you both do not live in Idar-Oberstein and would still like to get married in Idar-Oberstein, register your marriage at your local registry office and inform them that you would like to get married in Idar-Oberstein. The registry office at your place of residence will then authorize the Idar-Oberstein registry office to perform the marriage.
When you register your marriage, the registry office will check your marital status and whether there are any obstacles to your wish to marry. Certain documents must be submitted for this purpose (see documents for marriage registration). The marriage registration is valid for 6 months, i.e. you can only get married within 6 months of registering. Please register early for "special marriage dates" - however, it is always possible to arrange a date at short notice.
We can reserve your desired date without obligation before you register for the marriage. However, you will only receive a binding confirmation of the date once the registration for the marriage has been received and checked.

WEDDINGS IN THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

On Fridays not listed in the "Wedding dates in our special wedding halls" section, weddings take place in the wedding hall at Georg-Maus-Straße 2.
We can also reserve your desired date without obligation before you register your marriage. However, you will only receive a binding confirmation of the date once the marriage registration has been received and checked.


Weddings in our special wedding halls

  • Weddings at Oberstein Castle

    The photo shows a view of the wedding hall at Oberstein Castle. The registrar's desk can be seen on the left-hand side of the picture, with four chairs in front of it. Further chairs for the participants can be seen on the right-hand side of the picture.
    City administration of Idar-Oberstein

    You also have the option of getting married at “Schloss Oberstein.” From the upper floor of the castle, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the Oberstein neighborhood. A total of 24 guests can attend the wedding ceremony here.
    Following your wedding ceremony, you can raise a toast to celebrate or host your wedding reception at the castle. Please contact us well in advance if you are planning a reception there. You always have the option to organize a champagne reception for your guests. You can rent the spaces for a reception at the castle through the Burgenverein.
    In addition to the general fees, there is an additional charge of €190 for a wedding ceremony at the castle during regular opening hours, or €260 outside of opening hours (Fridays from 12:00 p.m. and Saturdays).

  • Weddings at the German Gemstone Museum

    The photo shows the vaulted cellar of the German Gemstone Museum, which is also used for weddings.
    German Gemstone Museum

    In the vaulted cellar of the German Gem Museum in the Idar district—located in a stylishly restored Wilhelminian-style villa—you can exchange wedding vows surrounded by sparkling and glittering gemstones, as well as artfully crafted engravings and sculptures. The vaulted cellar regularly hosts special exhibitions on specific topics related to gemstones. It can accommodate up to 18 people. A stairlift is available if needed to access the vaulted cellar. There is an additional fee of €125 for using this unique wedding venue during regular opening hours, and €150 on Fridays starting at 12:00 p.m. and on Saturdays.

  • Weddings in the wedding hall of the city administration

    The photo shows a view of the city council's wedding hall. You can see four chairs covered with white covers in front of the registrar's desk.
    City administration of Idar-Oberstein

    The wedding will take place in the city administration’s modern wedding hall (Georg-Maus-Straße 2), which seats 20 people. A passenger elevator is available in the building.
    In addition to the general fees, the cost is €55 during regular business hours, €125 on Fridays starting at 12:00 p.m., and €140 on Saturdays.

  • Wedding appointments in our special wedding halls

    No dates available

    In the months of January, February, March, November and December, wedding ceremonies can be held in the wedding hall on Fridays on request.

Further information

  • Documents required for registering the marriage

    If both fiancées

    • German nationals,
    • single and
    • were born in Idar-Oberstein and
    • have their main residence in Idar-Oberstein

    no further documents are required apart from an identity card or passport.


    If you are divorced or widowed, you will also need a

    • Extract from the marriage register with notice of dissolution and information


    If you are not registered in Idar-Oberstein:

    • extended registration certificate


    If you have children together:

    • Birth certificates of the children


    The documents to be presented must not be older than 6 months. Documents that are held at the Idar-Oberstein registry office do not have to be brought along.

    Please contact us in cases involving foreign countries.

  • Request for civil status documents

    If you would like to request civil status certificates from the Idar-Oberstein registry office, you can do so simply by email (urkundenanforderung@idar-oberstein.de), by telephone (06781/64-3500) or in writing. The person for whom the certificate is issued must prove their identity. The certificates are also subject to a fee (€14.80). Please contact us, we will be happy to help you.
    You can find detailed information on requesting a certificate here.

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    We refer here to the use of Cryptshare. Cryptshare offers you the possibility of encrypted electronic communication with the Idar-Oberstein city administration. You can find the instructions for using Cryptshare here.

  • Marriage abroad

    As a rule, marriages entered into abroad are recognized if the marriage ceremony was performed in the form customary and prescribed for the respective country before the competent authorities there.

    Please find out in good time which documents you need for a marriage abroad. Information can be obtained from the German embassies or consulates abroad as well as the embassy of the country concerned in the Federal Republic of Germany. You can also find information on the homepage of the German embassy.

    Some countries require a certificate of no impediment to marriage. You can apply for this certificate of no impediment to marriage at the registry office of your place of residence. Please enquire which documents must be enclosed with the application.

  • Naming in marriage

    The spouses may choose a common married name at the time of their marriage. The choice of married name does not have to be made at the time of the marriage. It may be omitted or declared by both spouses at a later date without any time limit, but it is irrevocable.

    We would be happy to discuss the options for choosing a surname after marriage with you in a personal consultation.

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