The simple answer to the Question Can Non-Residents get Married in Canada? YES! Any person can (same-sex marriage included). And it’s actually not even that complicated for non-residents/non-citizens. Let me walk you through the steps.

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

1. Apply for Marriage License

You have to get this from the Province where you are intending to get married. Each province has slightly different rules, but generally you have to do this in person, no more than 3 months from your date.

2. You need to hire an Official Justice of the Peace

Costs for a Justice of the Peace range from $100-$400 CAD. There are several hundred for each province and are generally very easy to find.

3. Witnesses Required

Most Provinces require you to have 2 witnesses for the ceremony over the age of 16 years. They do not need to know you at all, and it can even be your photographers!

4. Documentation Required

• You will need ID, such as birth certificates and passports.
• If you have been married before you will need proof of a legal divorce.

5. Marriage Certificate

You will receive your official marriage certificate a few weeks after your date. Your justice of the peace will order this for you and have it sent to your home address.

AND THAT’S ALL. IT’S THAT EASY FOR NON-RESIDENTS TO GET MARRIED IN CANADA!

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