Congratulations! As you say yes in delight as you officially get engaged, the prospect of celebrating your happy day in Bali seems like a wonderful idea. First, whether you want to say your vows with a backdrop of Uluwatu’s legendary sunset or amidst lush forest and rice fields in Ubud, the choice is endless.
To ensure you have a smooth and worry-free wedding, these are some pointers on what you should know before the official “I do”.
• Both bride and groom should have CNI (Certificate of No Impediment to
Marriage) by your consulate representative in Indonesia. You must personally
visit your country’s respective consulate and bring necessary documents. This
certificate is to be stated that there is no objection for you to get married in
Indonesia. Make sure your country’s consulate is in Bali, or otherwise you
should fly to Jakarta to visit one. Or else you can obtain one from your home
country.
• After submitting CNI to the Civil Registry Office with all the necessary documents.
To be legally married in Bali you should have two ceremonies, both religious and
civil. Take note that there are only religions are recognized by the government:
Hindu, Islam, Christian Protestant, Christian Catholic, Buddhist, Confucianism.
After the ceremony it will be legalized district Civil Officer. Indonesia Law only
recognizes the official faiths to legally marry here.
• The last step is to register your marriage with the Civil Registry Office in
Indonesia, and don’t forget to also register your marriage in your home country.
Besides the legal matters, there are some things that you should consider that is
important as well.
• As stated above, not only Indonesia only recognizes 6 official religions, it’s also
necessary that both of you have the same religion to be legally married here. But
don’t be discourage, you can have your civil ceremony in your home country and
the wedding celebration in Bali.
• Same-sex marriage isn’t legal in Bali. And even if you consider a celebration of
your union in Bali, it’s advisable to seek advice from legal representatives or
LGBTQ+ groups who is more experienced in this matter.
• Find a respectable and knowledgeable wedding organizer to ensure your
wedding go smoothly in all aspects and details.
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