Wedding slots in Rybniku

Entering into marriage at the Civil Registry Office in Rybnik begins with submitting an application and a declaration of no impediments to marriage. The engaged couple should appear in person to confirm their intention to enter into the union. From the moment of submitting the documents, a statutory waiting period of a minimum of 1 month applies.

For Polish citizens, the following are required: a valid ID card or passport. The Civil Registry Office in Rybnik obtains copies of birth certificates directly from the civil registry, so there is usually no need to provide them. The situation is different for foreigners, who must submit an identity document, a copy of their birth certificate, a certificate of legal capacity to marry issued by the appropriate authorities of their country, as well as certified translations of documents.

The fee for drawing up a marriage certificate is 84 zł and must be paid before the ceremony. The engaged couple should provide themselves with 2 adult witnesses who will be present at the marriage ceremony. Witnesses can be persons of any nationality.

Traditionally, a civil wedding takes place at the seat of the Civil Registry Office in Rybnik. However, it is possible to hold the ceremony outside its seat, in a place chosen by the engaged couple. An outdoor wedding is associated with an additional fee of 1000 zł and the requirement to ensure safety and dignified conditions for the ceremony. After entering into marriage, the engaged couple receives a marriage certificate, and the first short copy is issued free of charge.