Lombok, with its rich natural beauty and warm hospitality, has become an appealing destination for many who are seeking for serenity, love and companionship. If you are one of those who are considering to legally tie the knot with a Lombok woman, it’s vital to understand the requirement and the process of the marriage. This article will walk you through the comprehensive steps involved in legally getting married in Lombok.
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Requirement
Before proceeding further into the marriage journey, make sure to prepare all mandatory requirement for seamless and smooth process. The requirement may vary from one region to another and one religion to another, but below is the general list of requirement for both bride and groom:
- Certificate of Non-Impediment (CNI) (for foreign bride/groom)
- Passport and KTP Copies
- Birth certificate Copies
- Current domicile certificate (for foreign bride/groom)
- Divorce certificate, (if the spouse has previously been married)
- Death certificate of previous spouse(if deceased)
- Colored 4 X 6 cm photographs
- Certificate of Conversion
- Islamic Marriage Legal Guardian (Wali)
- Dowry
- Witnesses
CNI is required to prove that you are free to marry. It is normally issued by your Foreign Affairs Ministry of your country of origin. In case you are already in Indonesia, you can have it issued by your embassy or the nearest Consulate General. Or just simply try to apply for it online.
Domicile Certificate is issued by the Head of County of either where you temporary live or where you are going to conduct the marriage.
Certificate of Conversion is required because Indonesian law doesn’t allow interfaith marriage.
Islamic Marriage Legal Guardian (Wali) – According to Sharia Law, a Muslim women cannot give herself marriage. She absolutely requires a Wali to exchange marriage vows with the her groom. Below is the list of Wali. The hierarchy represents the priority, which means that if the first in the list doesn’t not available, the priority goes to the second and so forth.
- Father
- Paternal Grandfather
- Brother and other paternal relatives
- Paternal grandfather
- Executor or nominee
- Qodhi/KUA Head
Dowry is to be paid by the groom. The dowry may be gold jewelry, money, and other form of assets or combination of some of them. In theory, the value of the dowry is to be requested by the bride and to be agreed by the groom based on his financial capabilities.
Witnesses of two males over the age of 18 must present at the solemnization. Officially, the witnesses will also sign the marriage document to make it fully legal.
Steps to Getting Married in Lombok
In Indonesia, matrimony is registered at two different government institutions; Islamic Religious Affair Office (KUA) for Muslim couples and Civil Registry Office (DUKCAPIL) for non-Muslim couples.
1. Registration
Marrying Muslim Spouse – Get the process started by submitting the required documents to the local KUA. If the document is deemed complete, they will require you to fill in the marriage application form. Once the form is completed, they will give you guidance about the next relevant steps regarding the solemnization. Please note that low non-tax state revenue may be applicable at KUA.
Marrying non-Muslim Spouse – Similarly, most of the terms and condition when marrying a Muslim spouse apply when marrying a non-Muslim spouse. Nevertheless, the process is started at DUKCAPIL Office instead of KUA.
2. Setting the Date
Propose your solemnization ceremony date upon the registration of marriage at the KUA or DUKCAPIL. The official will set their calendar and will immediately notify you if your proposed date match theirs.
Solemnization ceremony may be conducted at KUA for Muslim couple and at DUKCAPIL for non-Muslim couple or at any designated venue.
3. Wedding Reception
For your convenience, time and cost effectiveness, you may hold the solemnization at the same time and venue as the wedding reception. Once the solemnization is done, the ceremony can seamlessly transition to the wedding party.
Post Marriage Registration
KUA or DUKCAPIL will issue a Marriage Certificate for you as the legal recognition of your marriage in Lombok. To earn the same recognition from your home country, you are required to register your marriage at your Embassy or nearest Consulate General.
