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Registrar General’s Department

Register a general marriage

Draft. Written from the official page, read on 9 November 2026. Not tried in person yet, so check the source before you go.

Steps

  1. Determine correct marriage registration law and authority

    rgd.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)
  2. Prepare certified duplicate Notice of Marriage

  3. Submit according to residence requirements in relevant division

  4. Normally wait 14 days after notice or seek eligible special licence

  5. Attend with two witnesses and pay applicable official fee

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