Flying in from US, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, Singapore, or Europe for your wedding? We've helped 820+ NRI couples complete court marriage at Tis Hazari with full apostille within their trip dates. Here's the proven 5-day plan.
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Two Routes for NRI Marriage at Tis Hazari
Route 1 — HMA Section 8 (both partners Hindu/Sikh/Jain/Buddhist, one is NRI/OCI): Same-day Mandir wedding + same-day SDM registration. Total 2 days for paperwork, 5 days for full apostille bundle.
Route 2 — Special Marriage Act (one partner is foreign citizen or different religion): 30-day notice mandatory. NRI partner cannot leave during this period, or must give Power of Attorney to a relative in India.
The Standard 5-Day NRI Plan (HMA Route)
| Day | Activity | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Land Day) | Land in Delhi · Office visit · Doc verification · Hotel check-in | 3 hours of work |
| Day 2 | Arya Samaj wedding (AM) · SDM Tis Hazari filing (PM) | Full day |
| Day 3 | Form-V Certificate collection · MEA apostille submission | 3 hours |
| Day 4 | MEA apostille collected · Embassy attestation (if non-Hague) | 3 hours |
| Day 5 (Fly Home) | Final docs handover · Fly back · DHL/FedEx ships if needed | 1 hour |
Countries We've Served NRI Couples From
USA · UK · Canada · Australia · UAE · Singapore · Germany · Netherlands · Norway · Sweden · New Zealand · Hong Kong · Japan · South Africa · Ireland · Switzerland · Italy · France · Belgium · Denmark · Spain · Saudi Arabia · Qatar · Kuwait · Bahrain · Oman · Malaysia · Thailand · Czech Republic · Poland
Complete NRI Bundle @ ₹20,000 — What's Included
- Arya Samaj Vedic ceremony at our registered Mandir (or civil for SMA)
- Mandir Marriage Certificate
- Joint affidavits + notary
- SDM Tis Hazari filing
- Form-V Marriage Certificate from SDM Tis Hazari
- MEA Apostille at Ministry of External Affairs, Delhi (Hague Apostille Convention — 125+ countries)
- Embassy attestation (for non-Hague countries: UAE, China, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar)
- International courier (DHL / FedEx) to your address abroad
- 3 laminated copies of certificate for your records
- 1 hi-res digital scan emailed to you
Documents Checklist for NRI Marriage
For Indian-Origin Partner
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory) — original + 2 copies
- Indian passport (if held)
- OCI / PIO card (if held)
- 30-day Delhi address proof (for SMA route only)
- 4 passport-size photos, white background
For Foreign-Citizen Partner
- Valid foreign passport
- Valid Indian visa (any category — tourist works)
- Foreign birth certificate or DOB proof
- "Certificate of No Impediment" / "Single Status Affidavit" from your country's embassy in India (required for SMA, optional for HMA; some countries don't issue this — we have workarounds)
- 30-day Delhi residence proof (hotel bill or rental in your name) — for SMA only
- 4 passport-size photos, white background
For Witnesses
- 2 witnesses (HMA route) or 3 witnesses (SMA route)
- Must have Indian Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID
- Must know at least one partner (not random)
- If you don't have Indian witnesses, we can recommend trusted office staff who'll witness in exchange for a small fee
MEA Apostille Explained
The Apostille is a special stamp issued by the Ministry of External Affairs, Delhi, certifying that the Form-V is a genuine Indian government document. Required by 125+ countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention 1961 (including USA, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, Japan).
For non-Hague countries (UAE, China, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain), embassy attestation by your country's embassy in India is done instead.
Spouse Visa Acceptance
Form-V + MEA Apostille from Tis Hazari is accepted by:
- USA — CR-1, IR-1 spouse visa
- UK — Spouse visa, Indefinite Leave to Remain
- Canada — Spousal Sponsorship
- Australia — Subclass 309 / 100 / 820 / 801
- Schengen — Germany, France, Netherlands etc. Family Reunion visa
- UAE — Family / Residence visa
- Singapore — Long Term Visit Pass (Spouse)
Common NRI Concerns
Can I do SMA without being in India for 30 days?
The notice period is required, but you can leave after filing the notice and return after 30 days for solemnisation. We coordinate the timeline with your travel.
What if my country's embassy doesn't issue "No Impediment"?
Australia, New Zealand, and some others don't issue this. We submit a self-attested declaration of single status instead — SDM Tis Hazari accepts this for those nationalities.
How is the certificate couriered?
DHL Express or FedEx, tracked, signature on delivery. 5–7 business days to most countries. Cost ₹3,500–5,500 depending on country (included in bundle).
Can my non-Indian partner stay in India during 30-day SMA notice?
Yes, on tourist visa. We help arrange long-stay accommodation (Airbnb / hotel) at your budget.
Need Help With Your Court Marriage at Tis Hazari?
Our senior advocate has handled 7,200+ court marriages at Tis Hazari since 2014. Free document check, fixed pricing from ₹6,100, same-day Form-V certificate possible. No middlemen, no hidden charges.