| Aspect | Standard Court Marriage | NRI Court Marriage |
|---|---|---|
| Documents | Aadhar, birth certificate, address proof | Same + valid passport, visa, OCI/PIO card, foreign address proof |
| 30-day notice period | Mandatory | Can apply for waiver — NRIs unable to stay 30 days can request court to waive |
| Physical presence | Both parties must be present for solemnisation | Both parties must be present for final solemnisation — only this stage |
| Marriage certificate validity | Valid across India | Valid across India and internationally — accepted by embassies |
| Timeline | 35–45 days standard | 7–15 days if notice period waived, otherwise 35–45 days |
| Document | For which party | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Valid Indian Passport | NRI party | Must be valid — copies of front and back pages |
| Valid Visa (if currently in India) | NRI party | Tourist or other valid visa for India stay |
| OCI / PIO Card | NRI party (if applicable) | If applicable — original + photocopy |
| Foreign Address Proof | NRI party | Utility bill, bank statement, or driving licence from country of residence |
| Aadhar Card | Both parties | If available for NRI — otherwise passport serves as identity proof |
| Birth Certificate | Both parties | Age proof — school leaving certificate also acceptable |
| Passport Size Photographs | Both parties | 6 photographs each |
| Form 2 (Marriage Notice) | Both parties | Filed at SDM office — advocate prepares |
| Proof of Marital Status | Both parties | Divorce decree or death certificate if previously married |
| Service | Fee | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Complete NRI Court Marriage Service | ₹6,999 | Document preparation, notice period waiver application, SDM filing, advocate assistance at solemnisation, and marriage certificate |
| Government SDM Fee | ₹150 approx. | Paid directly at the SDM office |
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