How to register foreign online marriage in India legally?

I am a U.S. citizen residing in the United States. I married an Indian citizen living in Delhi in an online ceremony in the U.S. We have a U.S. marriage certificate. Kindly advise how we can register our marriage in India.

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 26 May 2025

You can register your U.S. marriage under Section 17 of the Foreign Marriage Act, 1969, or re-register it under the Special Marriage Act in India. Approach the Registrar of Marriages in Delhi with your original U.S. marriage certificate, apostilled documents, ID/address proof, and passport copies. An affidavit may also be required. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number. 
 

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