ON THE Day
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Pre-ceremony Interview Before your ceremony can begin you must have a pre-ceremony interview with your registrars. We need to confirm that the information you gave when giving notice is still current and correct. Providing your details have not changed since giving notice, you will not need to bring any additional documents. The interview is done privately away from your guests. If you wish to not see each other before your ceremony we can interview you separately. Your Witnesses Your witnesses can be anyone you choose, but it is a legal requirement that there are no less than two and that they can speak and understand English. It is also preferable that they are over 18 years old. It is your responsibility to provide witnesses for your wedding, as we are unable to provide them for you. Witnesses do not need to bring identification. If either you or your partner requires an interpreter, that person must also act as one of your witnesses.
To ensure that your Perfect Moment goes smoothly, here is a mini guide to what you can expect on the day. Don’t forget, your registrar will be on hand to answer any last minute questions you have! Perfect Timing Whether you are getting married or entering a civil partnership at York House, The Register Office or another venue in the borough, you and your partner must arrive no less than 20 minutes before your ceremony start time. The 20-minute window is set aside for your mandatory pre-ceremony interview with your registrars. Your guests should be encouraged to arrive no later than 15 minutes before the start of the ceremony. This ensures everyone has time to settle in and be ready for your entrance. It is important that you arrive in good time for your ceremony. The registrars will have other ceremonies to attend throughout the day and cannot allow the lateness of one to impact upon another. If you are delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, we will make every effort to accommodate your ceremony. Please ensure that you have read our ceremony terms and conditions.
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CEREMONIES in Richmond upon Thames
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