Marriage in Jordan
Marriage
in Jordan
is administered by religious authorities of the different religious
communities. There is no civil marriage. Practices governing marriage contracts
vary from community to community and you should consult an official of the
Islamic Shari'a court or of the appropriate Christian church if you have
specific problems or questions.
If you
plan to marry in Jordan
you should be prepared to prove that you are not currently married. If you have
been married previously, you must have a divorce certificate. If you have never
been married, you may be required to provide a document from a civil or
religious official of your normal place of residence stating that you are not
married. The Embassy cannot provide you with such a document. However, if you
make out an affidavit affirming your single status, the Embassy can notarize
your statement. This is often acceptable in local marriage courts.
