Converting a civil partnership to a marriage
The Marriage (same Sex Couples) Act 2013 provides the opportunity for civil partners to convert their civil partnership to a marriage. Couples can attend any register office to convert their civil partnership to a marriage by appointment only.
- A declaration is made and signed confirming the civil partnership was not dissolved and that both wish to convert to a marriage
- The couple can then be issued with a marriage certificate.
What you'll need to bring
- Both partners will need to provide evidence of their identity (eg passport) and the civil partnership registration (certificates)
Marriage ceremony
You can if you wish to have a marriage celebration ceremony to follow the conversion in a location of your choice. An extra fee will be payable for this element and it does not have to be the same day.
Brent Register Office can offer you a modern ceremonies suite, with enhanced features and landscape gardens.
Visit our wedding ceremonies area You can also choose from one of our approved venues in Brent |