Getting Married in Peru 2025: Civil Marriage Requirements

Learn how to get legally married in Peru in 2025. This guide explains the essential documents and procedures for civil marriages through the Municipality or a Notary. Updated for Peruvian couples and international couples planning to marry in Peru.

Civil Marriage Options in Peru

Municipal Civil Marriage at your local municipality
Notarial Civil Marriage before a notary public
Valid for Peruvian, mixed and foreign couples
Marriage certificate can be apostilled for use abroad

Marriage Requirements for Peruvian Citizens

Valid DNI
Recent birth certificate
Proof of address in the district or province
Two adult witnesses with valid IDs
Medical exam or counseling if required

Additional Requirements if Divorced or Widowed

Divorce decree or death certificate
Updated civil status documents

Marriage Requirements for Foreign Citizens

Passport or Carné de Extranjería
Birth certificate apostilled or legalized
Single status certificate apostilled or legalized
Official translation into Spanish if needed
If divorced or widowed: apostilled and translated documents

Municipal Marriage: Quick Steps

Select the municipality where one partner resides
Submit documents and pay the administrative fee
Publish required marriage announcements
Confirm ceremony date and attend with witnesses
Request certified marriage certificates

Notarial Marriage: Quick Steps

Choose a notary in your province of residence
Submit documents to open the marriage file
Publish the marriage announcement
Attend the ceremony at the notary or chosen venue
Receive your certified notarial marriage record

Marriage in Peru and Its Immigration Benefits

A legal civil marriage in Peru can open the path to immigration benefits for foreign spouses. Once the marriage is registered, the foreign partner can apply for Peruvian Residence under the Family category, also known as Residente Familiar de Peruano. This residence permit allows the spouse to live, work and study in Peru. After completing the required years of legal residence, the foreign spouse may also qualify for Peruvian citizenship by naturalization. Many mixed couples choose to marry in Peru for these advantages.

Tips to Avoid Delays

Check document validity periods
Apostille and translate foreign documents early
Confirm spelling of names and civil status in all documents
Verify requirements directly with the municipality or notary

Need Assistance With Your Marriage Process in Peru

DR DOCUMENTS supports couples worldwide with document preparation, apostilles, legalizations and certified translations. We guide you through every step of your civil marriage in Peru and the residence process for foreign spouses.