Information about Paraguay Marriage.

Paraguay is a country located in South America. Marriage law in the country is regulated by the Paraguayan Civil Code. To get married in Paraguay, both parties must be at least 18 years old. If a person between the ages of 16 and 18 wants to get married, parental permission is required. People under the age of 16 can marry with special permission. Marriage in Paraguay can be solemnized in a civil or religious ceremony. For official marriage, couples must apply for marriage at the municipality. Documents required for marriage application include identity card, birth certificate, bachelor certificate and identity document. Couples who want to have a religious marriage in Paraguay must meet the requirements of the relevant religious institution. Religious marriages are usually performed after the official marriage. Marriages in Paraguay are generally monogamous, that is, between a man and a woman. However, with a law passed in 2013, same-sex couples in Paraguay were given the opportunity to legally recognize their civil unions. It is also possible for marriages to end in divorce in Paraguay. For divorce, couples must apply to the court. In divorce cases, issues such as property division, child custody and alimony are also evaluated. You can find more detailed information about marriage in Paraguay on the official website of the Paraguayan government or local municipalities. You can also get help from a lawyer or marriage counselor.