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Registration of Marriages

PROCEDURE FOR REGISTRATION OF MARRIAGES
Although the teachings of the Buddha do not lay special emphasis on marriages, the Buddhist Maha Vihara recognises the importance of this social institution. Two government-approved Assistant Registrars conduct civil marriages. The marriage ceremony is then followed by a blessing service conducted by the resident monks of the Buddhist Maha Vihara. Registration forms and procedures for marriage registration are available from the Administration Office.

Address	:	Assistant Registrar of Marriages , Buddhist Maha Vihara, 123 Jalan Berhala, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur Tel : +60-3-22741141 Fax: +60-3-22732570 E-Mail : info@buddhistmahavihara.com
BMV Office Hours	:	For Inquiries, Submissions and Appointments. 9a.m. to 9 p.m. (Mondays to Saturdays) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sundays and Public Holidays)
Registration Date/Time	:	7 Days a Week except Public Holidays 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Other times can also be arranged.
Service Fee & Stamp Duty	:	RM50.00
Photograph Size	:	32mm x 38mm (Please paste photos on Form G)

REQUIREMENTS FOR MARRIAGES

1) BOTH PARTIES ABOVE 21 YEARS OF AGE

a) Either Party Must Be a Buddhist

b) 2 copies of Form G duly completed, stamped and signed by Magistrate or Commissioner of Oaths.

c) 1 Photocopy of bride and groom's I.C. (Front and back on A4 size).

d) 1 Photocopy of bride and groom's BIRTH CERTIFICATE (Front and Back on A4 size).

e) 1 Photocopy of the 2 WITNESSES I.C. (Front and Back on A4 size).

Note: Witnesses can be relatives or friends. They must be Malaysian
citizens and above 21years of age. Changing witnesses at the last minute is NOT PERMITTED.

f) 2 PHOTOGRAPHS each of bride and groom (black & white or colour 32mm x 38mm)

Note :- Kindly CUT YOUR PHOTO to the correct size and PASTE them on Form G.

2) IF ANY PARTY IS ABOVE 18 AND BELOW 21 YEARS OF AGE

a) All particulars as listed in item (1) above.

b) 1 Photocopy of father's I.C. If deceased, then produce 1 Photocopy of his death certificate together with 1 Photocopy or mother's I.C. The father or the mother as the case may be has to be present on the day of Registration to sign Borang JPN.KC05E .

3) IF ANY PARTY IS ABOVE 16 AND BELOW 18 YEARS OF AGE

Please register at:
Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) ,
Wilayah Persekutuan, 3rd Floor,
Campbell Komplex,
Jalan Dang Wangi,
50551 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel : +60-3-26925044
+60-3-26925034

4) IF EITHER PARTY IS DIVORCED

a) All particulars as listed in item (1) above.

b) 1 Photocopy of the 1ST MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE (if available).

c) 1 Photocopy of all DIVORCE PAPERS issued by the Courts particularly the date
DIVORCE NISI made absolute

d) Originals of (c) must be produced for verification by A.R.M. BEFORE Registration date to
certify "True copy of the original" .

5) IF EITHER PARTY IS A FOREIGNER

Regn. will NOT BE DONE at this Centre. Please refer to JPN, Wilayah Persekutuan.

Submission:	All documents to be submitted to the Buddhist Maha Vihara office for processing NOT LESS THAN 3 WEEKS before the appointed registration date.
Confirmation of Registration Date	To call 4 days before the registration date to CONFIRM your registration. If you fail to do so the registration will not take place on the appointed date.
On Registration Day	a) Dressing / Attire Dress neatly. T-shirts, jeans, shorts, slippers will not be allowed. b) Persons to be present :- i) Bride , Groom and Appointed Witnesses ii) If aged below 21 years father to be present. If deceased,mother to be present instead. c) Documents to be produced :- i) Original I.C. of bride, groom & witnesses. ii) If aged below 21 years produce father's original I.C. If deceased produce mother's original I.C. iii) Original divorce papers if applicable.
Blessing Service	A short blessing service to be conducted by a monk is encouraged. Please bring Flowers, fruits, joss- sticks and candles for the service. Exchanging of rings is allowed during the service.

NOTE: Please note that failing to appear for Registration on the appointment date is a serious offence.