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The administrative procedures for a civil wedding in France involve several stages.

Choice of town hall: Select the town hall where the wedding will take place. This can be the town hall of the commune where one of the future spouses or their parents live, or the commune where they have a home.

Picking up a marriage file: Once you’ve chosen a town hall, you’ll need to pick up a marriage file. This file can be obtained in person or downloaded from the town hall website.

Choosing witnesses: The bride and groom must choose at least one witness each, and up to two. Witnesses must be of full age and enjoy their civil rights.

Application form: Once the application form has been collected, it must be completed with the required documents, such as identity papers, proof of address and, if necessary, a certificate of celibacy or non-marriage.

Submitting the application: Once completed, the application must be submitted to the town hall at least one month before the wedding date.

These steps are essential for a civil marriage in France, and it’s advisable to check the specific requirements of your chosen Mairie, as they may vary slightly from one commune to another.