Marriage in Denmark for foreign couples recognized in Germany

Marriage in Denmark

For newly engaged couples, German bureaucracy can make the marriage process slow and challenging, often requiring over eight months just for approval.

This is why many international couples in Germany opt to get married in Denmark instead. Denmark is one of the world’s most accessible countries for getting married.

At Nordic Adventure Weddings, we can handle the planning with just two-three weeks' notice and secure your marriage approval in Denmark within five working days.

If you're an international couple in Germany thinking about tying the knot in Denmark, here are answers to some frequently asked questions.

What are requirements to get married in Denmark?

Newlywed who knows requirements to get married in Denmark

Of course, there are the standard restrictions you would expect. They are:

Both parties must be at least 18 years old and unmarried.
Any previous marriages must be dissolved
Close relatives are not permitted to marry
Individuals under guardianship must have permission from the guardian
Documentation for legal entry into Denmark

What documents are required for foreign couples from Germany to get married in Denmark?

For legal marriage in Denmark the following documents are required by the Danish Authorities:

Passport or EU/EEA ID card
Certificate of Residence if you share an address.
Schengen visa or German Residence Permit
Proof of Relationship
Divorce decree absolute, if divorced (ask us if legalization needed)

Add straight forward forms that we send you in advance to complete and then we submit them for you. In some special cases, additional documentation may be asked for, but we will contact you and let you know about that well in advance. Get today your list of the documents you will need for your marriage in Denmark: Free Documents List.

Can I get married in Denmark on a tourist Visa?

Yes, you can get married in Denmark on a visitor visa or student visa. The visa must be valid while you are staying in Denmark.

You don't need to be a citizen or a resident of EU to get married in Denmark.

Is marriage certificate from Denmark Recognised in Germany?

Marriage conducted in Denmark is recognized worldwide, and immediately recognized in Germany.

According to the bilateral agreement made between Denmark and Germany in 1936, Danish marriage certificate do not need additional legalization. Only in case if one of partners need to come back to the non-EU home country and prepare the documents for the family reunion, legalization through the Apostil might be needed.

You can have up to 2 marriage certificates for no extra cost and they are written in 5 different languages including German so there’s no need for translation.

For any further advice on the legalization, feel free to get in touch with us.

How do I register a Danish marriage in Germany?

You are back home and the Danish marriage needs to be registered in Germany – what is the next step?

Simply request for German marriage certificate in your local Rathaus (civil registry office), showing your Danish marriage registration document.

If one of you are not resident in Germany, or any other EU country, you must to come back to your home country and

at the German embassy request for "Ehegattennachzug” – a special permission for spouses’ reunification.
General requirements to receive it: applicants basis knowledge of German language, sufficient earnings and adequate habitation for German-based partner.

With "Ehegattennachzug" you come up to Germany and immediately apply for a German residence permit at the local immigration office "Ausländerbehörde”.

A happy couple from germany who get merried in Denmark fast

We hope this has been helpful for any foreign couples in Germany who are looking to get married in Denmark. If you do choose to book your wedding in Denmark through us, you will have the peace of mind of know that we’re taking care of the paperwork, allowing you to focus fully on enjoying your wedding adventure in Denmark.

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