Couples will be allowed to solemnise their marriages via video link for the first time COVID19 Singapore
Under the COVID-19 Bill, couples where at least one party is a Singapore citizen or permanent resident will be able to verify documents, make statutory declarations and have their marriages solemnised via a video link.
Happily ever afterTo reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmissions, marriage solemnisations for civil and Muslim marriages had to be postponed during the circuit breaker period, which is slated to end on 1 June. Lee told the House, “It is important during these challenging times that we ensure that Singaporeans can continue with their lives, especially for key life events like marriage. This bill ensures that couples can continue to get married and embark on a new stage in life together by tapping on technology and keeping the necessary precautions.”
In addition, his ministry will also be extending the amount of time that couples have to get married after filing a notice of marriage. Currently, couples have to get married within three months from the date that they file their notice. Training and safeguardsIn response to questions from Members of Parliament, Lee said that ROM will be providing a set of guidelines and a basic training video to all licensed solemnisers called upon to solemnise marriages through video link.
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