Venue exceptions explicitly exist for imminent death cases, remote locations, or written sworn requests by both parties.
What exceptions allow a marriage to be solemnized outside the usual public venues? Read More »
A defect in any essential requisite strictly renders the marriage voidable, meaning it is valid until formally annulled.
How does a defect in any of the essential requisites affect the marriage? Read More »
An irregularity in formal requisites does not invalidate the marriage, but responsible parties face strict civil and criminal liabilities.
What is the consequence of an irregularity in the formal requisites of marriage? Read More »
Marriages of Filipinos abroad are legally solemnized by a Philippine consul-general who handles all civil licensing duties.
How are marriages between Filipino citizens abroad properly solemnized? Read More »
Any male or female precisely at the age of eighteen years or upwards may validly contract marriage legally.
What is the minimum age requirement for contracting marriage? Read More »
No specific religious rite is required, provided both parties personally appear and declare their marriage before an officer.
Is there a legally prescribed form or religious rite for solemnizing a marriage? Read More »
Each contracting party absolutely must file a separate sworn application directly with the proper local civil registrar.
What kind of application must the contracting parties file for a marriage license? Read More »
If a dying party cannot sign, a witness may write their name, which is then legally attested by the officer.
How is the marriage certificate signed if a party is at the point of death? Read More »
Any incumbent member of the judiciary is authorized to solemnize marriages strictly within their court’s jurisdiction.
Can any incumbent member of the judiciary solemnize a marriage? Read More »
Authorized religious ministers can solemnize marriages if legally registered, provided one party belongs to their specific sect.
What are the requirements for a priest or minister to solemnize a marriage? Read More »
