Letter of Non Impediment DHA-1155 Form

The Letter of Non-Impediment (LNI) — also known as a Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage — is an essential document for South African citizens planning to get married abroad. It serves as official confirmation that you are legally single and free to marry, and is typically required by foreign authorities before a marriage can take place.

Issued to confirm your marital status, the LNI states that there are no legal objections to your proposed marriage or civil partnership. This ensures that you meet all legal requirements and that no existing marriage or restriction would prevent the union. Countries such as the Netherlands and Germany, among many others, require this document as part of their marriage registration process.

If you’re preparing for an international marriage, securing your Letter of Non-Impediment is one of the first and most important steps.

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