Q: What is the legal requirement of residency prior to applying for a marriage license in Grenada?
A: Three days (including weekends and public holidays)
Q: I’ve lost my original birth certificate – is a duplicate copy from Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages sufficient?
A: Yes
Q: I am adopted and therefore do not have a Birth Certificate, only adoption papers, Will this do?
A: Yes
Q: How long would a clergyman, lawyer or registrar need to know the individuals to be able to attest to single status?
A: There is no given time frame however, the necessary documentation must be provided.
Q: How long does it take to have the Marriage Certificate issued?
A: Approximately 2 working days?
Q: How will I get my certificate if I leave within 2 days?
A: Prior arrangements can be made with the Registry General’s office to forward the Certificate to a given address (all costs to be borne by the couple)
Q: Where do I obtain a Sworn Affidavit confirming my single status?
A: From a lawyer, registrar or clergyman (priest). The document must be on letter headed paper, with an official stamp from the issuing office signed.
Q: Can my partner and I use the same lawyer, registrar or clergyman to attest our Single status?
A: Yes, if both parties reside in the Borough, County, City, Parish or State. No, if both parties live in a different Borough, County, State, City or Parish.
Q: Can my partner and I use one affidavit to attest to both of us being single?
A: Yes, if both parties reside in the same Borough, County, City, Parish or State. No – if both Parties live in a different Borough, County, City, Parish or State.
Q: Is an official letterhead sufficient?
A: No, an official stamp from the issuing office, together with a signature must be placed on the document.
Q: Do I need a blood test or other medical examination for a marriage in Grenada or Carriacou?
A: No.