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Registration of Life Event

Register a birth, paternity, death, marriage, impediment or divorce with the Civil Registry.

Record a divorce judgment in the Civil Registry so your civil status is officially updated.

The court decision must be final before the divorce can be registered.

Both former spouses' registry records are updated after registration.

Service Fee
  • Free

Provide digital copies of the following documents

Mandatory

  • Final Divorce Judgment

    Issued and certified by the court.

  • Valid ID or Passport

    Photo page of the applicant.

  • Marriage Certificate

    Certified copy of the registered marriage.

Optional

  • Power of Attorney

    When filed by a legal representative.

Please use a scanner and ensure that the quality of the documents are legible and clearly identifies the information required. Only PDF files will be accepted.

Service Delivery Period
  • 8 Working Days

FAQ Registration of Life Event

  • Yes, provided the judgment is recognised and legalised for use in Sint Maarten.

  • No, one former spouse can submit the registration.

  • Once the divorce is registered, your civil status allows a new marriage registration.

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