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If you are after a wedding destination abroad full of culture and adventure then why not consider Sri Lanka. Getting married in Sri Lanka will almost guarantee you great weather for your wedding day and will give you plenty of options when it comes to touring and excursions for your honeymoon. Sri Lanka is rich in history so not only are there plenty of interesting sights and cities to explore, but some of them would also make great scenery for unusual wedding photography. Getting married in Sri Lanka will provide you with unforgettable memories and a wide variety when it comes to choosing an amazing wedding venue in which to host your celebration.
Some fast facts and legal requirements to help plan you wedding in Sri Lanka.
Birth Certificate(s)
Passport
An affidavit signed by a solicitor/statutory declaration to confirm who you are and your present status (un-Married)
The affidavit (Unmarried Certificate) or Divorced Certificate as appropriate should be certified by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (for British nationals) and legalised by the Sri Lanka High Commission, London. The fee applicable for certification is £.15/- per document. For other nationals the document should be certified by their respective Foreign Ministries
If divorced, a decree absolute
If widowed, the death certificate of your late spouse and your previous marriage certificate
If you have changed your name, a deed poll (including divorcees who have reverted to their maiden names)
If adopted, an adoption certificate
If under 18 years of age, evidence of parental consent in the form of a statutory declaration
Business Visa
For further information please see the below website - http://www.slhclondon.org/registration-of-marriages.html
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Currency – Rupee
Capital city – Sri Jayawardenapura-Kotte
Official languages – Sinhala, Tamil
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