The Affidavit In Lieu Of Certificate Of Legal Capacity To Marry is a crucial document in Belgian marriage procedures when foreign nationals cannot obtain the standard certificate from their home country due to various reasons such as legal system differences, political situations, or administrative barriers. This alternative document, recognized under Belgian law, enables individuals to proceed with their marriage plans while maintaining the legal requirements for demonstrating marriage capacity. The affidavit must include detailed personal information, declarations about marital status and legal capacity, and explicit statements about the absence of legal impediments to marriage. It requires proper notarization and may need additional authentication through apostille or legalization, depending on the declarant's country of origin. The document is typically processed through local Belgian municipalities (communes/gemeenten) as part of the marriage application process.
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Affidavit In Lieu Of Certificate Of Legal Capacity To Marry
"I need an Affidavit in Lieu of Certificate of Legal Capacity to Marry for use in Belgium, as my home country (Syria) is unable to provide the standard certificate due to the ongoing conflict; the marriage is planned for March 2025 and I need the document to be in both English and French."
1. Title and Jurisdiction: Formal title of the document and jurisdiction (Belgium) where it will be used
2. Personal Information: Full legal name, date and place of birth, nationality, current address, and identification details of the declarant
3. Purpose Declaration: Clear statement that this affidavit is being made in lieu of a Certificate of Legal Capacity to Marry in Belgium
4. Marital Status Declaration: Statement confirming current marital status (never married, divorced, or widowed) with relevant details
5. Legal Capacity Declarations: Specific declarations confirming no legal impediments to marriage (age, mental capacity, familial relationships, etc.)
6. Intended Marriage Details: Information about the intended spouse and planned marriage in Belgium
7. Supporting Facts: Additional information explaining why the standard certificate cannot be obtained from home country authorities
8. Oath and Attestation: Formal sworn statement confirming the truth of all declarations
9. Signature Block: Space for declarant's signature, date, and notary's authentication
1. Previous Marriage Information: Required only if declarant was previously married, including details of divorce or death of spouse
2. Religious Requirements: Include when the marriage will have both civil and religious components
3. Translation Certification: Required when the affidavit needs to be translated into French, Dutch, or German
4. Witness Statements: Optional section where witnesses can attest to the declarant's identity and known facts
5. Consular Attestation: Required when the document needs additional verification from consular authorities
1. Appendix A - Identity Documents: Copies of passport, national ID, or other official identification documents
2. Appendix B - Civil Status Documents: Copies of birth certificate, divorce decree, or death certificate of previous spouse if applicable
3. Appendix C - Proof of Residence: Documentation showing current address and residence status
4. Appendix D - Supporting Evidence: Any additional documentation supporting the inability to obtain the standard certificate
5. Appendix E - Translations: Certified translations of any documents not in French, Dutch, German, or English
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