Affidavit as to Marital Status Taken in a Foreign Country - France
What this document covers
The Affidavit as to Marital Status Taken in a Foreign Country - France serves as a certified declaration that confirms a person's single status, required for marriage in France. This legal document, also known as a certificate of celibacy, differs from other marriage declarations because it must be executed before an American Consular office in France and must be less than three months old. It provides verification that the individual is not currently legally married, which is essential for proceeding with marriage applications in France.
What’s included in this form
- Identification of the affiant, including full name
- Legal definition of marriage according to U.S. law
- A declaration of marital status, confirming no current legal unions
- Signature of the affiant
- Signature of the consul or authorized official
- Date and location of the affidavit execution
When to use this form
This form is needed when an individual intends to marry in France and must prove their single status. It is typically used by U.S. citizens who have been asked to provide an official affidavit that indicates they are not married, which is a common requirement for foreign marriage applications.
Intended users of this form
- U.S. citizens planning to get married in France
- Individuals required to prove single status for legal reasons
- People needing a certified document for marriage in a foreign country
Steps to complete this form
- Personal identification: Write your full name as the affiant.
- Review the legal definition of marriage included in the affidavit.
- State your marital status clearly, confirming no existing legal unions.
- Sign the form in the presence of a U.S. Consular official.
- Ensure the form is dated and includes the city and country of notarization.
Notarization guidance
Yes, this form must be notarized to be legally valid. It must be executed in the presence of a U.S. Consular officer in France, ensuring that the affidavit is recognized as a legitimate legal document.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to provide a legible full name.
- Not signing the affidavit in front of the consular official.
- Using an outdated affidavit that is over three months old.
- Not understanding the legal definition of marriage included in the form.
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- This affidavit certifies an individual's marital status for marriage in France.
- It must be notarized by an American consular officer.
- Ensure the document is less than three months old when submitted for marriage.
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You get PACSed at your Tribunal d'Instance in the city where you live. It is possible to get PACSed in another country (just go to the French embassy for the info) and it is also possible for two non-French citizens to get PACSed in France.
Destination French weddings for foreigners Non-residents without a parent living in France must acquire a special dispensation before getting married in the country.Many couples prefer to have a civil wedding in their country of origin or residence, and hold a second ceremony in France.
A marriage performed in France is generally recognized in all states.U.S. diplomatic and consular officers do not have the legal authority to perform marriages. Marriages cannot be performed within the Embassy or within a U.S. Consular Office.
Your personalized PACS agreement (Cerfa form n°1572602) Your joint PACS agreement (the previous form again) A certificate of honour (attestation sur l'honneur) to confirm that you and your partner are not related (Cerfa form nA°1572502)
Proof of residency in France for at least 30 days prior to the application, for at least one of the parties. A valid passport for both parties. Original birth certificate for both parties. Certificate of celibacy, stating that you're not already married.
The certificat de coutume is an affidavit prepared by a legal profession or a public officer of the country of origin of the foreign person which explains the applicable law in that country in the French language, and allowing the future spouses and the French Administration to know if their marriage will be recognized
A: The answer is yes. Two foreigners can get married in France just as two French nationals can get married there.However, in order to have the legally binding civil ceremony in France, the couple must have resided there for 30 days.
This is the attestation of a foreign lawyer about the existence, content and interpretation of a foreign law.
