A Guide to Weddings in Koufonisia
Documents required for religious and civil marriages
Below you will find two separate sections: first, the supporting documents for the religious wedding and immediately following the procedure and the documents relating to the a civil wedding in Koufonisia.
Religious ceremony
Documents required for a religious marriage licence
The relevant supporting documents are always verified by the priest and the competent Holy Metropolis.
Certificates of no impediment to marriage
From the parish of the future bride and groom, certified by the relevant Metropolitan.
Baptism certificates
From the parish where each bride-to-be was baptised.
Birth and civil status certificates
From the municipality or local authority where they are registered.
Affidavit under Law No. 1599/1986
To be completed in accordance with the instructions of the relevant Metropolis.
In the event of a different doctrine
An additional notarial deed or other authorisation may be required.
Photocopies of identity documents
Clear and legible photocopies of both prospective spouses.
In the event of a divorce
The original certificate of dissolution of a church or civil marriage.
Previous civil marriage
The relevant certificate or civil marriage certificate.
Wedding announcement
Published in accordance with the guidelines of the relevant Metropolis.
Church tax or church contribution
It is confirmed by the priest or the Holy Metropolis.
Tax Identification Number (AFM) and Social Security Number (AMKA)
The details of both prospective spouses, if requested.
Best man details
Additional information or supporting documents, where required.
Political ceremony
Procedure and supporting documents for a civil marriage
The process begins by contacting the Municipality of Naxos and the Small Cyclades, so that you can be sent the correct forms and official instructions.
Contacting the Council
Please contact the Municipality of Naxos and the Small Cyclades, at the Municipal Unit of Donoussa, so that they can provide you with information and prepare the civil marriage forms.
Gathering of supporting documents
The following are usually required:
- Certificate of no impediment to marriage.
- Birth certificate.
- Certificate of no impediment to marriage, where required.
- Proof of identity, where required.
- Clear copies of the identity documents of the two fiancés.
- Clear copies of the witnesses’ identity documents.
Completing the forms
Please complete the forms sent to you by the local council carefully, following their instructions exactly.
Scanning and sending
Scan the forms and supporting documents into clear, legible files and send them back to the council.
Promotion in Koufonisia
Following the check, the file is forwarded to the relevant official or representative in Koufonisia.
Meeting and signing
A meeting is being held in Koufonisia with the relevant official so that you can sign the relevant form.
Administrative approval in Naxos
The signed document is forwarded to Naxos for the required signature or approval by the relevant representative of the Municipality.
Choice of public space
Holding a civil wedding in a public space requires prior consultation and special authorisation from the local council. It is not automatically an available option.
Signing of documents after the ceremony
Once the ceremony has been completed, the document is signed by the deputy mayor or the person conducting the ceremony, and by the witnesses.
Registration of a civil registry document
The form is returned to the couple, after which they have a further appointment with the relevant official in Koufonisia to finalise the registration of the marriage certificate.
