The Short Answer
When all documents are received in good quality, the process from submission to ceremony typically takes 7–14 days. However, the total time from first contact to wedding day depends on how quickly you can gather your documents.
Timeline Breakdown
Case Assessment — 1 day
We review your nationalities, situation, and document requirements.
Document Gathering — 1–4 weeks
This is the most variable phase. It depends on how quickly you can obtain passports, birth certificates, apostilles, translations, and any other required documents.
Document Review — 1–3 days
We review every document for quality, completeness, and compliance. If issues are found, we request corrections before submission.
Government Approval — 5–10 working days
Once a complete, correctly structured application is submitted. Incomplete applications take significantly longer.
Municipality Coordination — 2–5 days
After approval, the municipality schedules your ceremony date.
Your Wedding Day
You travel to Denmark for the ceremony. Most couples need 1–3 days in Denmark.
What Causes Delays?
The most common causes of delays are all related to document quality:
- ✗Incomplete passport scans — missing pages, low resolution, or cropped edges
- ✗Missing apostille or legalisation — required for most non-Danish documents
- ✗Name mismatches — different name formats across documents
- ✗Incomplete divorce decrees — missing pages, unsigned, or not showing legal finalisation
- ✗Uncertified translations — documents not in Danish, English, or German need certified translation
This is why we review every document before submission. Catching these issues early prevents weeks of unnecessary delays.
Can It Be Done Faster?
If your documents are already in order — valid passports, birth certificates, proof of civil status, and any required apostilles — the process from submission to ceremony can be completed in as little as 7–14 days.
With Full-Service Handling, we prioritise your case and coordinate directly with the municipality to schedule your ceremony as quickly as possible.
Want to Know Your Timeline?
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