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Your rights when you get married. Includes information about marriage licenses and where you can get married.
Information provided applies to England & Wales
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A guide to getting married or forming a civil partnership. Covers civil and religious marriage ceremonies in England and Wales, where they may take place, legal rules, and what documents you need.
Getting married, including information on who can get married, where marriages can take place, and the differences between civil and religious services.
Information for you if you are worried that you might be forced into marriage or you need help to leave a marriage you have been forced into or are worried about a friend or relative in this position.