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Valid marriage - UDI

Valid marriage

In order for a marriage to be approved by the Norwegian authorities, it must have been validly entered into in Norway or abroad.

Marriages in Norway

A marriage is considered valid if you were married by an approved marriage officiant, for example by:

  • the Church of Norway
  • the Norwegian Humanist Association
  • the District Court / a city judge

For an overview of who is authorised to perform wedding ceremonies in Norway, see the Government’s webpage, Conditions for marriage (external website).

Marriages abroad

  • If you married before either of you came to Norway, the marriage must be valid on the basis of the laws of the country where you married.
  • If you married at a Norwegian embassy, the marriage is valid. 

You can find more information on the Norwegian Government website (external website).

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