What is Civil Marriage?
A civil marriage is a marriage performed, recorded, and recognized by a government official.
Such a marriage may be performed by a religious body and recognized by the state, or it may be entirely secular.
Requirements For Civil Marriage In Uganda
An LC 1 letter clearly stating the duration of residence in the district in which the marriage is intended to be solemnized (this should not be less than 15 days).
One passport-size photograph each for the groom and the bride. A Photocopy of a VALID ID for each of the two Adult witnesses.
Where is a civil marriage conducted in Uganda?
The Registrar General is gazetted as the Registrar of Marriages for Kampala whereas the Chief
Administrative Officers are gazetted as the Registrars of Marriages for districts outside Kampala. Civil Marriages take place at the offices of these Registrars.
How much does a civil marriage cost in Uganda?
Civil Registration Forms Fees
| Service | Details | National Applications (Ugx) |
|---|---|---|
| Celebration of marriage | 20,000/= | |
| Issuing of marriage certificate | 25,000/= | |
| Registration of marriages a) Marriages conducted at URSB. b) Marriages conducted at the Districts | 25,000/= |
What are some of the advantages of civil marriage?
If a couple is in a civil union they get inheritance rights, employment benefits, property, parental rights, and more.