Wedding for Filipinos in Georgia

Getting married in the Philippines is a long and bureaucratic process, especially for international couples. Newborn couples must gather numerous certificates (including the CENOMAR), endure long waiting periods, and face strict restrictions on ceremony venues. Lotus Wedding Agency offers Filipino couples a way to get married quickly in Georgia with a minimal set of documents. Once properly legalized, the marriage is fully recognized by the Philippines.

Why Filipino couples choose Georgia for their wedding

For Filipinos living abroad (in the GCC, Europe, or Asia), it is much more convenient to fly to Georgia than to return home for a complicated legal procedure. Please note: You should check the entry rules (visa requirements) for Georgia based on your current residency and citizenship.

• Simple requirements: under Georgian law, foreigners can marry without a residency permit and with minimal documentation.
• Hague convention benefits: both Georgia and the Philippines are signatories to the Hague Convention, which simplifies the legalization process through an Apostille.
• Express registration: if documents are prepared in advance, registration can be completed in just 1–2 days.
• Stunning backdrops: choose from mountains, lakes, the sea, or ancient architecture for your ceremony and photoshoot.
• Cost-effective: a civil marriage in Georgia is generally more affordable than in Western countries or other popular wedding destinations.
• Interfaith & international couples: Georgia’s rules are the same for all nationalities and religions, making it the perfect choice for Filipino + Foreigner couples.

Our agency provides comprehensive wedding services. The process follows a clear path:

1. Consultation: we discuss your specific situation—whether both partners are Filipino or one is a foreign national, your residency, and your previous marital status. We then set the date, city, and package format.
2. Document preparation: we gather passport scans and, if applicable, divorce or legal capacity documents. We provide instructions and handle professional translations into Georgian.
3. Application filing: you can file the application in person with a coordinator, or we can do it in advance via a Power of Attorney so the date is secured before you arrive.
4. Arrival & ceremony: we provide a comfortable transfer and a personal coordinator. If you are traveling alone, we will provide the two required witnesses for your registration.
5. Marriage certificate: you receive an official Georgian marriage certificate. Our team can also organize a symbolic ceremony or a celebration at a picturesque location.
6. Apostille & translation: we obtain the Apostille and translate the document into English (or another required language) for Philippine authorities.

A marriage contracted in Georgia must be reported to the Philippine Embassy or Consulate covering Georgia (or your country of residence). You will need to submit the Apostilled marriage certificate and file a Report of Marriage form. We provide you with detailed instructions and the list of documents required for this standard procedure.

Required documents

• Valid international passports for both partners.
• Divorce decrees or death certificates (if previously married).
• CENOMAR or a certificate of No Objection (if specifically requested by the embassy or Georgian authorities).
• Power of attorney (if the agency is filing the application on your behalf).

Service packages for Filipino couples

Lotus Wedding offers transparent packages with no hidden fees, adapted for Filipinos living in Europe, Qatar, the UAE, and beyond.

• Legal essentials: A straightforward civil registration at the Public Service Hall.
• Wedding palace ceremony: A formal, festive ceremony in a beautiful hall.
• Elopement (for two): An intimate day with a photoshoot and a romantic dinner.
• Full turnkey wedding: A grand celebration at a castle, vineyard, or mountain resort.