Marriage Certificate Online Mumbai – BMC Registration, Process & Fees

A marriage certificate is a critical legal document in Mumbai needed for spouse visa applications, adding a partner’s name to a passport, joint property purchases, and bank nominations. In Mumbai, marriage registration is managed by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) under the Maharashtra Regulation of Marriage Bureaus and Registration of Marriages Act, 1998.

Whether your wedding was solemnized under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or the Special Marriage Act, 1954, this guide explains the step-by-step BMC online application process, mandatory documents, official fee structures, and express assistance options.

Quick Summary: BMC Marriage Registration at a Glance

Feature	Details
Issuing Authority	Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC Ward Office)
Governing Act	Maharashtra Regulation of Marriage Bureaus & Registration of Marriages Act, 1998
Application Mode	Online filing (MyBMC Portal) + 1 Physical Ward Office Visit
Government Fee	₹50 (Within 90 days) / ₹100 (90 days to 1 year) / ₹200 (Beyond 1 year)
Processing Time	7 to 15 Working Days
Tatkal Option	Available (Approval within 24–48 hours upon approval)
Mandatory Witness	3 Witnesses with valid Aadhaar & Passport Photographs

Rules for registering marriage in Mumbai

Marriages in Mumbai are registered under the Maharashtra Regulation of Marriage Bureaus and Registration of Marriages Act1998, which is guided by :

• Hindu Marriage Act, 1955,
• Special Marriage Act, 1954,
• Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act, 1936

Eligibility criteria for marriage certificate in Mumbai

Following is the eligibility criteria to apply for marriage registration in Mumbai :

• Bride must be at least 18 years old
• Groom must be at least 21 years old
• Either spouse must be a resident of Mumbai or the palce of marriage should be within BMC region
• Both parties should be mentally sound and capable of giving valid consent
• Bride and bridegroom should not fall under the prohibited degree of relationship

Where to register marriage in Mumbai

Application process for marriage registration in Mumbai is online. After getting appointment at marriage registration office in Mumbai, the couple and witnesses need to visit the concerned sub-registrar office to complete the formality.

In Mumbai, you can get marriage certificate through BMC marriage registration office.  

For marriage under Special Marriage Act , the procedure is to give 30 days notice in the sub-registrar office of your area. If there is no objection from anyone for 30days , marriage certificate will be issued.

Documents required for marriage registration in Mumbai 

Following are the documents required to register marriage in Mumbai :

• Filled up Application Form, duly signed by both groom and bride.
• Wedding/ Invitation Card 
• Affidavit from bride and groom
• Address proof of bride and groom.(Aadhar/ Passport/ Voter Id) 
• Date of birth Proof of bride and groom. (10th certificate/ Birth certificate, driving licence, PAN card)
• Identity proof of bride and groom (Aadhar/ Passport/ Voter Id/PAN/Ration)
• If the marriage took place in the religious location, then declaration by the priest/kazi
• Divorce decree in case of divorcee, death certificate in case of widow/ widowers
• Photographs – Both groom and bride must submit 2 passport-sized photos.
• 6 Copies of joint photographs of bride and groom (2B size)
• Wedding photograph
• 3 witnesses with ID proof and address proof

Required Documents in case of foreign national

• Copy of the passport and valid visa is must for marriage registration in Mumbai. 
• NOC from embassy or single status certificate
• Evidence regarding his/her stay in India for 30 or more  days (proof of residence or report from the concerned SHO).

For marriages to be solemnized under the Special Marriage Act 

Following are the documents required to apply for Mumbai marriage certificate under special marriage act :

• Date of birth proof of bride and bridegroom (10th certificate/ Passport / Birth Certificate).
• Address proof of bride and bridegroom (Aadhar/ Passport/ Election card/Light bill/ Telephone bill).
• Passport size photograph of both bride and bridegroom.
• In case of Divorcees: Divorce Decree Certificate.
• In case of widow and widower: Death Certificate of the concerned person.

Under Section 16 of the Special Marriage Act 1954

• Application to be made in the prescribed form duly signed by Husband & Wife to get marriage certificate in Mumbai.
• Marriage should have taken in any place of India but both should be living together in Marriage Officer’s jurisdiction.

Attach Residential proof of both with the application.

Step-by-Step Guide: Apply Online via MyBMC Portal

Step 1: Online Application on MyBMC

1. Visit the official portal: MCGM (MyBMC).
2. Go to the For Citizens tab and select Registration – Marriage.
3. Fill out the online registration form with personal details, marriage date, venue, and witness particulars.
4. Upload scanned copies of the required ID proofs, address proofs, and photographs.

Step 2: Generation of “Form D” (Memorandum of Marriage)

1. After online submission, the system generates Form D (Memorandum of Marriage).
2. Download and print Form D.
3. Both the husband and wife, along with the 3 witnesses, must sign Form D in the designated signature boxes.

Step 3: Physical Verification at the BMC Ward Office

1. Visit the designated BMC Ward Office under whose jurisdiction your address falls.
2. Submit the printed Form D along with original documents and witness signatures to the Marriage Registrar/Sub-Registrar.
3. The Registrar verifies the original IDs and records signatures/biometrics.

Step 4: Issuance of Marriage Certificate

1. Once approved by the BMC Health Officer/Registrar, pay the final government fee receipt.
2. The official, stamped BMC Marriage Certificate is issued within 7 to 15 working days.

How Itzeazy Simplifies Your Marriage Registration in Mumbai

If you want to avoid long queues at the ward office, missing document rejections, or portal glitches, Itzeazy offers complete doorstep legal and documentation assistance:

1. Document Pre-Verification: Experts audit your age, address, and wedding proof to prevent RTO/BMC rejections.
2. Form Filing & Affidavit Drafting: We draft required legal affidavits, translate regional wedding cards, and complete the MyBMC application online.
3. Appointment Priority: We schedule your physical verification slot at your local BMC Ward Office (Andheri, Bandra, Kurla, Dadar, Borivali, etc.).
4. On-Ground Guidance: An Itzeazy representative guides you, your spouse, and your witnesses during the brief ward office visit to ensure smooth sign-off.

Fees for Marriage Certificate in Mumbai 

Sr No	BMC Marriage registration	Fees (INR)
1	Marriage registration up to 90 days after wedding	50
2	Marriage registration after 90 days and upto one year after wedding	100
3	Marriage registration after one year of wedding	200
4	Application fee	16

How long does it take for Marriage certificate in Mumbai?

You will get marriage certificate in Mumbai within 15 days after visit of bride , groom and witnesses to the marriage registration office.

Hindu Marriage Act

• If marriage is already solemnized → Registration usually done within 15 working days after document submission and verification.

Special Marriage Act (Court Marriage / Interfaith / Inter-caste)

• Requires a 30-day notice period (objection period).
• After that, registration is completed on the scheduled date so total time is 30–40 days.

Marriage registrar office in Mumbai

Court marriage offices in Mumbai

Sub Registrar’s Office (Bombay) Old Custom House

Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg, Ground Floor,

Fort, Mumbai 400 023.

Sub Registrar’s Office (Bandra)

Andheri & Borivaii Taluka, MHADA Building, Ground Floor,

Kalanagar, Bandra (E), Mumbai 400051.

Sub Registrar’s Office (Chembur)

Kurla Taluka, R.C.V. Marg, Near Rationing Office,

Administrative Buildings, Ground Floor,

Chembur, Mumbai 400 071.

Marriage registration office in Mumbai
Following are the marriage registration offices in Mumbai ward wise :

Ward A:
‘A’ Ward Office Building, 134 ‘E’ Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg, Near R.B.I., Fort, Mumbai-400001.
Contact: 022-22660883, 22620025, 22624000, 22607000

Ward B:
‘B’ Ward Office Building, 121, Ramchandra Bhatt Marg , Opp.J.J.Hospital , Mumbai-400 009.
Contact: 022-23780133, 23736622, 23794000

Ward C:
‘C’ ward Office Building, 76, Shrikant Palekar Marg, Sonapur Street, Chira Bazar-Kalbadevi, Mumbai – 400002, Near Marine Lines Railway Station, Chandanwadi.
Contact:  022-22055450, 22014022, 22014000, 23424669

Ward D:
‘D’ ward Office Building, Jobanputra Compound, Nana Chowk, Mumbai-400 007.
Contact: 022-23861426, 23864000, 23861427, 23861428, 23861429

Ward E:
‘E’ ward Office Building, 10, Shaikh Haffizuddin Marg, Byculla, Mumbai-400 008.
Contact: 022-23083695, 23081471, 23014000, 23081470

Ward F North:
‘F/N’ ward Office Building, Plot, No.96, Bhau Daji Marg, Matunga, Mumbai-400 019.
Contact: 022-24024353, 24024354, 24024355

Ward F South:
‘F/S’ ward Office Building, Jagganath Bhatankar Marg, & Dr.B.A.Road Junction, Parel Naka, Mumbai-400 012.
Contact: 022-24134560, 24134545

Ward G North:
‘G/N’ ward Office Building, Harischandra Yewale Marg, Behind Plaza Cinema, Dadar, Mumbai-400 028.
Contact: 022-24397800, 24397888

Ward G South:
‘G/S’ ward Office Building, N.M.Joshi Marg, Elphinstone, Mumbai-400 018.
Contact: 022-24224000 24305031

Ward H East:
H/E ward Office Building, Plot No.137 TPS-5 Prabhat Colony, Santacruz (E), Mumbai-400 051.
Contact: 022-26138900 26182217

Ward H West:
‘H/W’ ward office Building, Saint Martin Road, Behind, Bandra Police Station , Bandra (West), Mumbai-400050.
Contact: 022-26422311, 26422312, 26422313, 26422314, 26418509

Ward K East:
K/E, ward Office Building, Azad Road, Gundavali, Andheri(East), Mumbai-400 069.
Contact: 022-26816730, 26837104, 26840103, 26832006, 26847000, 26840986, 26834475

Ward K West:
K/West ward Office Building, Paliram Road, Near, S.V. Road, Opp. Andheri Railway Station, Andheri(W), Mumbai-400 058.
Contact: 022-26237932, 26239166, 26239131, 26239190, 26239499

Ward L:
Municipal Market Building, S.G.Barve Road, Kurla (West) , Mumbai – 400070.
Contact: 022-26505103 26505106

Ward M East:
M/E Ward Office Bldg., Building Flat no.38 & 39, Village Devnar, M.T. Kadam Marg, Peri Feri Road, Devnar Landmark Devnar Colony, Mumabi-400 043
Contact: 22-25502270

Ward M/ West:
M/W ward Office Building, Sharadbhau Acharya Marg, Near Natraj Cinema, Chember, Mumbai-400 071.
Contact: 022-25284000

Ward N:
N ward Annex Building, Jawahar Road, Ghatkopar (E), Mumbai-400 077.
Contact: 022-25010161, 25010162, 25010163, 25010164, 25010165, 25013000

Ward P North:
P/N Ward Office Building, Liberty Garden, Mamletdarwadi Marg, Malad (West), Mumbai-400 064.
Contact: 022-28824269, 28823267, 28823266, 28824625, 28824913, 28824711, 28826000

Ward P South:
P/S Ward Office Building, Opp.City Center Shopping Mall, S.V. Road, Goregaon, Mumbai-400 064.
Contact: 022-28721186, 28737000

Ward R Central:
R/C Ward Office Building, Palika Mandai Buiding, S.V. Raod, Near Boriwali, Railway Station, Borivali (West), Mumbai – 400092.
Contact: 022-28014254

Ward R North:
R/N Ward Office Building, Sangeetkar Sudhir Phadkey Flyover Bridge, Jaywant Sawant Marg, Dahisar (West), Mumbai-400 068.
Contact: 022-28936000

Ward R South:
R/South Ward Office Building, Mahatma Gandhi Cross Road No.2, Near S.V.P. Swimming Pool, Kandivali (West), Mumbai – 400 067.
Contact: 022-28054788, 28056000

Ward S:
S Ward Office Building, Lalbahadur Shashtri Marg, Near Mangatram Petrol Pump, Bhandup (West), Mumbai – 400078.
Contact: 25947574, 25954000, 25947572, 25947575

Ward T:
T Ward Office Building, Lala Devidayal Marg, Mulund (W), Mumbai – 400080.
Contact: 022-25645291, 25645292

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FAQs

How many days it takes to get marriage certificate in Mumbai?

Marriage certificate normally takes 7-15 days time in Mumbai. It varies from ward to ward.

Who can be witness for a marriage certificate in Mumbai?

Any one from friends or family can be witness for marriage certificate in Mumbai.

What is the cost of marriage certificate in Mumbai?

Following is the fees structure for marriage registration in Mumbai :

• Within 90 days after marriage – Rs. 50
• After 90 days and within 1 year of marriage – Rs. 100
• For 1 year and above – Rs. 200

Is presence of witness required for the marriage registration in Mumbai ?

Yes, presence of witnesses is mandatory at the time of marriage registration in Mumbai.

Is BMC marriage certificate valid?

Yes, In Mumbai, BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) is responsible for issuing marriage certificate. It is valid everywhere.

Can I register my marriage in Mumbai if I had a destination wedding elsewhere?

Yes, you can apply for marriage registration in Mumbai if either spouse is a resident of Mumbai. You must provide proof of residence and submit documents at the designated local registrar office.

Where can I register my marriage in Maharashtra?

You can register your marriage at local marriage registrar office under whose jurisdiction the marriage was solemnized. The application can also be made based on the residence of either the bride or the groom. You can refer the our guide on marriage registration in Maharashtra.

Can inter-caste or inter-religion marriages be registered in Mumbai?

Yes, inter-caste or inter-religion marriages can be registered under the Special Marriage Act, 1954.

Can NRIs register their marriage in Mumbai?

Yes, NRIs can register their marriage in Mumbai with valid passport and visa documents. Both parties need to be physically present.

Can I register marriage without a wedding ceremony?

Yes, under the Special Marriage Act, couples can register their marriage without a religious ceremony.

Can we register our marriage in Mumbai if one of us is not from Mumbai?

Yes. You can apply for marriage registration in Mumbai if one of you have address proof of Mumbai. You need to apply at local ward office of BMC in the jurisdiction of whom you are living.

Is parental consent required to get a marriage certificate in Mumbai?

No. As per Hindu marriage act and Special marriage act in India , parental consent is not the legal requirement to apply for marriage certificate in Mumbai as long as you fulfill the eligibility criteria to register your marriage.

How many witnesses are required for the registration?

For marriage registration under the Maharashtra Act a marraige which has already been solemnized , needs 4 witnesses. For a court marriage under the Special Marriage Act, 3 witnesses are required.

What do I do if my Wedding Card is in a regional language or missing entirely?

If your wedding invitation card is in regional language ( e.g. Gujrati, Tamil) then you can get ii translated either into English or Marathi . Other option could be to make an affidavit stating marriage date and place of marriage. It also works if your wedding card is not available.

Can the priest's signature be done digitally or does it have to be physical on Form D?

Priest’s signature should be on physical form D. Digital signature doesn’t work. Also it should be supported by Priest’s photo and ID proof.

Should I apply under the Bride's Ward or the Groom's Ward?

Though rule wise you can apply either from Bride’s ward or Groom’s ward. But, ward office often put objection specially if marriage took place long back. So, to be on safer side its better to apply from Groom’s ward.

Why didn't I get the certificate on the day of my appointment?

After the physical visit and document verification, it usually takes 2-3 days time to get marriage certificate. You can download it online. the registrar approves it digitally. You receive a link to pay the final issuing fee and download the PDF. If you need physical copy then take print of marriage certificate and visit Ward office for physical signing and stamping by the officer.

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