Marriage Rite Preparation
Preparing couples for a sacred covenant rooted in faith, love, and lifelong commitment.
At Tahanan Madrid, we guide couples through the spiritual and documentary preparation needed for a Catholic Marriage within the Archdiocese of Madrid. Our goal is to help couples enter the sacrament with understanding, readiness, and God-centered commitment.
About the Sacrament of Marriage
Marriage is a sacred covenant blessed by God, where a man and a woman commit themselves to a lifelong union of love, fidelity, and faith.
The Church prepares couples not only for the wedding celebration itself, but also for the responsibilities and vocation of Christian married life.
Marriage File Requirements
Necessary documents to complete the marriage file according to the Achdiocese of Madrid
To complete the Marriage File, the following documents are required:
1. Baptismal Certificate of each spouse
If you are baptized outside the Diocese of Madrid, it must be issued by your Diocese of origin.
It should be valid for 6 months.
2. Birth Certificate of each spouse
It is issued by your corresponding Civil Registry.
3. Certificate of Marital Status of each spouse
For Spaniards, it is the Certificate of Life and Status issued by the Civil Registry where you are registered.
In the Philippines, it is the Certificate of NO Marriage Record (CENOMAR) issued by the PSA.
If the couple have previously celebrated a Civil Marriage, they should provide their Marriage Certificate.
4. If there has been a previous divorce:
Submit the Marriage Certificate and the Divorce Decree.
5. If there is a Canonical Annulment of Marriage
Bring the two Annulment Statements. (It is necessary to bring them before requesting an appointment).
6. If any spouse is widowed
Bring the Marriage Certificate and the Death Certificate of the
spouse.
7. Certificate of having completed the Curso Prematrimonial
8. Identity Document
DNI, NIE, or Passport.
8. Two Witnesses
One witness for each spouse.
Marriage Preparation Process
Schedule an Appointment
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STEP
Schedule an Appointment
Couples must first schedule an appointment before visiting the office.
91.454.64.83
91.454.64.48
Office Hours:
09:30 AM – 01:30 PM
Please do not visit without a confirmed appointment.
Schedule an Appointment
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STEP
Prepare All Requirements
Couples must first schedule an appointment before visiting the office.
Bring
All required documents
Valid identification
Two witnesses
Completed preparation requirements
All documents should be complete before the scheduled appointment date.
Pre-Marriage Formation
Couples are required to attend the Curso Prematrimonial or Pre-Marriage Formation Seminar.
This preparation helps couples:
Deepen their understanding of Christian marriage
Strengthen communication and commitment
Reflect on faith-centered family life
Prepare spiritually for the sacrament
A Sacred Beginning
At Tahanan Madrid, we are honored to accompany couples as they prepare for one of the most important moments of their lives.
Through prayer, guidance, and formation, we help couples begin their married life rooted in faith, unity, and God’s love.
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