Marriages in Singapore can be registered online from 25 September
Enhanced 'Our Marriage Journey' portal simplifies registration process and is able to issue digital certificates of marriage
SINGAPORE — From 25 September, couples in Singapore will be able to register their marriage online through the "Our Marriage Journey" (OMJ) portal by the Registry of Marriages (ROM) and the Registry of Muslim Marriages (ROMM).
This announcement was made through a joint media release on Wednesday (16 August) by the Ministry of Social and Family Development and the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth.
The enhanced OMJ portal will streamline the marriage registration process, from application to the digital issuance of the Certificate of Marriage (COM).
Streamlined features and convenient options for couples
The enhanced portal integrates with Singpass, which will automatically populate both parties' personal details.
Eligible couples can then complete the necessary declarations online, eliminating the need for physical document verification and in-person declaration signing at ROM or ROMM.
The portal also offers a video-link solemnisation option, which was initially introduced as part of the COVID-19 Temporary Measures Act. This option will now be permanent, allowing couples to proceed with their marriage ceremony even when in-person gatherings are not feasible.
Physical COM no longer legally-required
Another change in the marriage registration process is that couples are no longer legally required to sign a physical COM during the solemnisation ceremony.
Instead, they will receive a digital COM via email after the ceremony, and it will serve as legally-recognised proof of their marriage. This eliminates the hassle of managing physical certificates and ensures a convenient process for all parties involved. Couples still have the option to receive a ceremonial COM as a keepsake.
"The digital transformation of the marriage journey will bring about greater convenience for couples and licensed solemnisers while preserving marriage as an important institution," said Timothy Pak, Registrar for the Registry of Marriages.
"With these enhancements, couples can focus on preparing for their married life together. Solemnisers can play a more active role in journeying alongside couples, laying the foundation for strong and enduring marriages."
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