Marriage in Germany

Marriage in Germany is governed by the Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch in sections 1297 to 1588 of the fourth book of the code as a branch of family law.^{[citation needed]} Marriage may only be conducted by a civil registrar, although couples may also participate in religious ceremonies. People who are not citizens or residents may marry in Germany.^[1] Since 1 October 2017, same-sex couples may marry.^[2]

References

^ Auswärtiges Amt. "Marriage in Germany". www.germany.info. Retrieved 21 April 2020.
^ Eddy, Melissa (1 October 2017). "Same-Sex Couples Wed in Germany as Marriage Law Takes Effect". The New York Times. Retrieved 21 April 2020.

External links

[1] Auswärtiges Amt. "Marriage in Germany". www.germany.info. Retrieved 21 April 2020.

[2] Eddy, Melissa (1 October 2017). "Same-Sex Couples Wed in Germany as Marriage Law Takes Effect". The New York Times. Retrieved 21 April 2020.

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