To give notice for marriage or civil partnership in Bolton, you must bring specific documents to your appointment. Here’s a breakdown of what you need:
| Document Type | Specific Requirements |
|---|---|
| Proof of Identity | - Valid passport (original required) |
| - Certificate of registration as a British citizen (if applicable) | |
| Proof of Address | - Current residential tenancy agreement |
| - Valid UK driving licence (full or provisional, originals only) | |
| - Utility bill (dated within 3 months) or bank statement (dated within 1 month) | |
| - Council Tax bill or mortgage statement (dated within 1 year) | |
| Evidence of Previous Marriage or Civil Partnership | - Decree absolute of divorce or dissolution documents (if applicable) |
| - Death certificate of a former spouse (if applicable) | |
| Immigration Status (if applicable) | - Proof of settled or pre-settled status (if not a British citizen) |
| - Other valid immigration documents (as detailed) | |
| Photographs | - Two recent color UK passport style photographs (if applicable) |
| Full translations if documents are not in English | - Required for documents created outside the UK |
Make sure all documents are original, as photocopies are not accepted. If you're not a British or Irish national, additional evidence may be necessary. You can find more information about booking your appointment here.