Civil partnerships
The Civil Partnership Act 2004 came into force on 5 December 2005 and allows same-sex couples to obtain legal recognition. For full background and legal information visit the General Register Office and the Women and Equality Unit.
You can now give notice of your intention to form a Civil Partnership at your local Register Office. The law provides for the signing of the Civil Partnership Register in the presence of at least two witnesses.This can be done in any Register Office or Approved Premises for Marriage.
You may also wish to hold a ceremony or a celebration to mark this important event in your lives.
We have a range of options and prices available in Barnet. Please contact us using the details opposite:
- Office hours: Monday - Saturday 9am to 4pm
- Fee for giving notice - £30 each
- Fee for registering - £40 plus venue fees if applicable.
