Civil Wedding in Quezon City (QC) - Requirements, Offices & Fees

Quezon City makes civil weddings manageable if you map out offices, fees, and timing early. Start by confirming jurisdiction and date with available QC officiants so your venue and schedule line up before you file any papers.

Key offices you will interact with in QC

• Local Civil Registry LCR – Quezon City for Marriage License filing and local registration after the ceremony
• Office of the Mayor – QC for City Hall civil rites within Quezon City
• Regional Trial Court branches in QC for judge led ceremonies within court jurisdiction
• PSA service channels for your PSA Marriage Certificate after encoding

Requirements you will prepare

• Valid government issued IDs of both parties
• PSA Birth Certificates and CENOMAR or Advisory on Marriages as applicable
• Two 1x1 or 2x2 photos per person follow LCR specs
• Premarriage counseling or family planning certificate if required by the LCR
• Two witnesses of legal age for ceremony day

If you want a quick refresher on license rules nationwide, skim the Marriage License FAQs. For pacing your month, the 30 Day civil timeline helps you place reminders around posting and release.

Typical QC fees and ranges

Fees vary by season and policy. Bring cash, IDs, and photocopies.

Where and how to file in QC

1. Gather IDs, PSA documents, and photos
2. Attend counseling if your LCR requires it
3. Submit your Marriage License application at LCR QC and pay fees
4. The LCR posts your application for 10 consecutive days
5. Claim your license on the release date and use it within 120 days

Tip
Ask for the exact release date at filing and set calendar alerts.

City Hall vs private venue inside QC

• City Hall QC works best for small groups, predictable slots, and minimal styling
• Private venues in QC allow flexible timing and photos but may need permits and weather backup plans

For day of storytelling without fuss, lock a two hour set with dependable city hall photographers and share your slot so they arrive on time.

Sample 30 day QC timeline

Week 1

• Day 1 to 2 gather documents and ID photos
• Day 3 counseling if required
• Day 4 file at LCR QC and note your release date

Week 2

• Day 5 to 14 10 day posting period
• Book your officiant slot and confirm venue pin
• Prepare rings and witness IDs

Week 3

• Day 15 claim your license
• Finalize a 30 minute program and signing corner
• Confirm who files the signed contract with LCR after the rite

Week 4

• Day 22 to 26 quick rehearsal and outfit checks
• Day 27 ceremony day
• Day 28 to 30 follow up with LCR QC on registration status and typical PSA encoding window

Day of schedule for QC City Hall or nearby venue

• Arrival 30 to 45 minutes before your slot for ID checks
• Ceremony 10 to 20 minutes depending on officiant
• Signing 5 to 10 minutes with two witnesses
• Portraits 20 to 30 minutes at a shaded spot or nearby landmark
• Handoff confirm who brings documents back to LCR QC

Common mistakes to avoid

• Booking a venue outside your officiant’s jurisdiction
• Forgetting witness IDs and contract pages
• Filing late and missing your target ceremony month
• Assuming PSA is instant after the rite; plan follow ups

Quick FAQs

Can we marry on weekends in QC
Some mayors and judges allow special schedules. Ask early and confirm jurisdiction.

Is the license valid outside QC
Yes. Use within 120 days anywhere in the Philippines, but your officiant must have authority over the venue.

Do we need a private venue permit
Only if required by the space or barangay. Ask in advance to avoid day of hiccups.

Wrap your celebration with something close to reduce traffic stress. Shortlist a cozy QC reception venue within 15 minutes of City Hall or your private space, and time your prep with reliable hair and makeup so portraits look fresh and punctual.

For an end to end playbook that connects requirements, fees, and post wedding steps, finish with the pillar walkthrough in the Civil Weddings in the Philippines – Requirements, Costs, and Step by Step Process.