Q. Will my marriage be legal in the outside Costa Rica ?
A. Yes, of course! A translated marriage certification is issued and authenticated by the embassy of your country of residence.
Q. What do I need to get married in Costa Rica ?
A. We make it as simple as possible. For example, if you are not divorced, all you need is your passport. If you are divorced, only add a copy of the divorce decree. It's as simple as that.
Q. Can I get married with only my drivers license or my Social Security number?
A. In Costa Rica, drivers license or Social Security cards are not accepted as proper identification. It is easiest with a valid passport.
Q. When do we get the marriage certificate?
A. It takes about a month. It's not a certificate, but a certification issued by the Costa Rican Civil Registry, which is translated, and then authenticated by several governmental offices in Costa Rica . After that, the Embassy of your country authenticates it. That makes it valid wherever you live. These documents are sent to you via courier.
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