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# Getting Married in Malta: Single Status Declaration Guide

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To marry in Malta as a British national you prove single status with a statutory declaration signed before a solicitor or notary — the UK does not issue Certificates of No Impediment for Commonwealth destinations like Malta. Our tailored PDF is £14.99, the statutory witnessing fee is £5, and an FCDO apostille is usually required afterwards.

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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](/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](/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](/freedom-to-marry-declaration/).

Planning elsewhere? See our guides for [Cyprus](/freedom-to-marry/cyprus/), [Greece](/freedom-to-marry/greece/), [Spain](/freedom-to-marry/spain/), [Italy](/freedom-to-marry/italy/).

## Do I need an apostille for Malta?

Documents used in Malta usually need an FCDO apostille after they are signed. GOV.UK legalisation fees, checked 13 August 2026: £45 per document for a standard paper apostille plus courier or postage, or £35 for an e-Apostille where the document type is eligible. GRO certificates cannot take an e-Apostille. Confirm which type the local authority wants before you apply.

## Sources and further reading

- [GOV.UK — getting married abroad](https://www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad)
- [Statutory Declarations Act 1835 (legislation.gov.uk)](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/Will4/5-6/62)

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## Frequently asked questions

### Is Malta covered by the UK CNI system?+

No — Malta is a Commonwealth destination, so no Certificate of No Impediment is issued. The statutory declaration of single status is the usual proof instead.

### Do I need an apostille for Malta?+

Usually yes — have the signed declaration apostilled by the FCDO so the Maltese authorities recognise the witness’s signature. Confirm with the Marriage Registry in Malta.

### What if I was previously married?+

You declare the previous marriage and its dissolution by decree absolute (or death of your spouse), with the date, and bring the decree absolute or death certificate to your witnessing appointment.