The marriage certificate from Alcanar, in the province of Tarragona, is an official document issued by the civil registry that certifies the celebration of the marriage, the date, the exact place, and the details of the contracting parties. This procedure, which corresponds to the civil registry of Alcanar or the central one if applicable, can be managed remotely and without complications through a specialised agency, avoiding travel to or in-person procedures.

Prerequisites

• Details of the contracting parties: Full names, date of marriage, place of celebration (Alcanar, Tarragona).
• Applicant identification: DNI, NIE or passport if applicable.
• Delivery address: To receive the certificate by registered post, regardless of whether you reside in Tarragona or another locality.
• Authorisation: Signature on the form to allow remote management with the civil registry of Alcanar.

Steps to request the certificate through a private agency (recommended)

1. Select the certificate type: Choose between literal (full copy of the entry in Alcanar) or extract (summary). The agency adapts the request to the corresponding registry of Tarragona.
2. Access the online service: Enter the agency portal to start the digital process, without needing to go to the civil registry of Alcanar -> https://www.registrocivil.es/en/application-for-marriage-certificate/
3. Complete the form: Indicate the marriage details in Alcanar, v, and the applicant. Verify the information to avoid rejections at the local registry.
4. Make the payment: Pay the professional management fees. The process is secure and covers the processing with the civil registry of Alcanar or the central one.
5. Await delivery: The agency submits the request to the civil registry of Tarragona, processes the document and sends it by certified mail with email tracking and a tracking code.

Costs vary depending on the selected options, but include a base professional processing fee:

• Basic fee: €55.00 (VAT included), which covers processing by a registered agent with the registry of Alcanar.
• Additional copies: €5 for the second copy, €10 for the third.
• Hague Apostille: €25, if required for international use.
• Maximum priority: €35, to expedite the process in the civil registry of Tarragona.
• Shipping: Calculated in the final step, depending on the destination (national or international).

The total is shown before confirming payment, ensuring transparency. There are no hidden costs, and the service is managed by a private entity independent of the Ministry of Justice.

Other ways to obtain the certificate

If you decide not to use the services of an agency and manage the process yourself, there are three main ways. These procedures are free in terms of administrative fees.

1. Online application (electronic headquarters)

This is the most common method. It is done through the official portal of the Ministry of Justice:

• With digital identification: using a digital certificate, electronic DNI or the Cl@ve system. If the entry is digitised in the registry of Alcanar, you will be able to download the certificate immediately in PDF format with a secure verification code (CSV).
• Without digital identification: you will need to fill out a form with the marriage details. The system will send the request to the corresponding civil registry of Alcanar and you will receive the document by post at your home within ten to fifteen days.

2. In-person application

If you are in the capital, you can go in person, although it is usually necessary to obtain a prior appointment.

• Prior appointment: it is essential to request an appointment through the website of Alcanar.
• Location: you can see the address of the institution corresponding to Alcanar in the additional information table
• Procedure: You must attend with your DNI and, if possible, the family book to expedite the location of the entry. The certificate is usually delivered immediately or you will be given a collection date.
• Advantage: You take the physical sealed document at the time.

3. Application by postal mail

You can send a letter addressed to the civil registry or justice of the peace court clearly indicating:

• A sheet with your contact details and the type of certificate you are requesting (literal, extract or multilingual).
• The marriage details (names, date and place).
• A copy of your DNI.

Frequently asked questions

• Who can request the marriage certificate from Alcanar?
  Anyone can request it for entries in the civil registry of Alcanar, Tarragona, or delegated registries since 1870. There are no kinship restrictions if the necessary data is provided (family book, previous certificates, etc.). The applicant must identify themselves.
• How long does the process take in Tarragona?
  It usually completes in business days, depending on the workload of the civil registry of Alcanar. With maximum priority, it is expedited.
• What happens if I do not know all the marriage details in Alcanar?
  The agency offers assistance to locate the entry in Tarragona. Contact us before processing.
• Is the certificate from Alcanar valid internationally?
  Yes, but for Hague Convention countries, add the apostille as an additional option.
• Are there refunds if there are errors in the registration of Tarragona?
  The agency guarantees corrections without unnecessary extra costs in case of incidents attributable to the service.