Marriage in Austria

Marriage in Austria is only performed by civil ceremonies; religious ceremonies are allowed but have no legal status. The minimum age of marriage is 16 with parental consent or 18 without. Both Austrian citizens and non-citizens may marry in Austria.[1] Same-sex marriage in Austria is recognized since 1 January 2019.[2]

Jewish wedding in Vienna, January 2007

References
  1. "Marriage in Austria – BMEIA, Außenministerium Österreich". www.bmeia.gv.at. Retrieved 21 April 2020.
  2. "Austrian women become country's first same-sex couple to get married". The Independent. 1 January 2019. Retrieved 21 April 2020.

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