Same-sex marriage, as the name implies, is a marriage entered into between persons of the same sex by the free consent of both parties. Such marriages are still considered unnatural and contrary to the moral principles of society for most supporters of heterosexual relations.
Instructions
Step 1
In addition to the concept of "same-sex marriage", there is a similar "same-sex civil partnership" - this is an unregistered officially unregistered union of two people of the same sex. He does not bear any legal consequences and obligations. This is just a kind of "legalization" of cohabitation of a same-sex couple - in the event of separation, the partners do not have the right to divide the jointly acquired property, cannot inherit what belonged to the deceased partner by law, and so on. However, most countries only allow this form of same-sex marriage. Russian legislation does not recognize such a union as legal.
Step 2
The official registration of such unions is fully recognized by such states as:
- Argentina;
- Portugal;
- Spain;
- Canada;
- South Africa, etc.
In the United States, same-sex marriage is allowed only in parts of the states (New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Iowa, New Hampshire, Oregon, Washington, and Maryland).
Step 3
Homosexual couples from Russia can only marry on the territory of another country that registers such unions. Tourists from all over the world travel to Canada, Argentina and Holland to get officially married. Many countries establish as an essential condition the need for recognition of such a marriage in the homeland of the newlyweds. However, in Spain and Mexico you will be signed without regard to the laws of your country.
Step 4
The marriage will be concluded only if one of the partners is a citizen of one of the member states of the European Union. Same-sex marriage can only be concluded with a person who is not married or has documents on the registration of the divorce proceedings. Therefore, partners are required to provide a certificate from the registry office of the country of residence. It is also necessary to comply with the age criterion - both partners must reach the age of majority at the time of marriage.
