Getting Married in Malta: Single Status Declaration Guide
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Why a statutory declaration for Malta?
Malta is a Commonwealth country, and the UK issues no Certificates of No Impediment for Commonwealth destinations. The Maltese Marriage Registry therefore commonly accepts a statutory declaration of single status — declared before a solicitor or notary under the Statutory Declarations Act 1835 — as the British proof of freedom to marry.
What is the step-by-step process?
Generate your tailored single status declaration (£14.99), sign it before a solicitor or notary (statutory £5 fee — never pre-sign), then apostille it with the FCDO. Previously married applicants declare the divorce or death details and bring the supporting certificate.
What is the exact document I need for Malta?
For Malta, the usual proof is a statutory declaration of single status signed before a solicitor or notary — because the UK does not issue Certificates of No Impediment for Commonwealth destinations. Our single status declaration is £14.99, the statutory witnessing fee is £5, and you will usually need an FCDO apostille afterwards. Full background on the freedom to marry declaration.
Planning elsewhere? See our guides for Cyprus, Greece, Spain, Italy.
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