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  Local Time: 05 Apr 2026 14:10:36

Applying for Marriage Certificate

Below are some point you need to take care while applying for Marriage Certificate

Important Instructions

The Consulate General of Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi issues marriage certificates only when:

Both the bride and groom, or their legally authorized representatives with a valid and properly attested Wakalatnama (Power of Attorney), are physically present during the registration process.

Two adult serving as witnesses must also be physically present and carry valid identification.

Please ensure all documents are complete to avoid delays.

Requirement
Details / Notes
Valid Passports
Copies of valid passports of both husband and wife
Tazkira / National ID
Tazkira or National ID copies
Photographs
Two recent passport-sized photos of each applicant
Proof of Marital Status
Photographs
Witnesses
Two adult competent male witnesses must also be present in person
Witness ID
Passport or Tazkira copies of both witnesses
Previous Nikahnama
If already married, provide original Nikahnama
Fees
$50 USD - Payable at the Consulate on the day of appointment

Assessment and Processing

The Consulate General issues a Marriage Certificate (فورم زوجيت خط) for already married couples, who live in UAE. Both husband and wife MUST be present at the Consulate General at the time of appointment along with FIVE adult witnesses/assertors.

Visit In-person. Both husband and wife and FIVE adult witnesses MUST be present at the Consulate General at the time of appointment along with a request letter and required documents.

  1. Marriage Certificate Form (فورم زوجيت خط)
  2. Required Documents and Witnesses (Iqrarkunendagan and Shahedaan).

Please read the information below carefully and prepare for your appointment accordingly.

The following persons and documents MUST be present at the Embassy during your appointment.

Requirements

Proof of Identity. (1) One copy of Tazkira or Passport of both applicants; (2) one copy of Tazkira or passport (Afghan, UAE) of each assertor and witness; and (3) one copy of driver license of the applicants and assertors/witnesses

Assertors (Iqrar Konendagan): THREE adult assertors should be present at the time of appointment along with the applicants. All three assertors should have their proof of identities and photographs.

Witnesses (Shahedaan)

In addition to 3 assertors, TWO adult witnesses should be present at the time of appointment along with the applicants. Both witnesses should have their proof of identities and photographs.

Photographs

(1) Two recent photographs (size: 4×4.5 cm) of both applicants; (2) two recent
photographs of each witness/assertor

Fees

An applicant should pay $50 for ONE application.