A Clamor for Quick Answers: What is the "Marriage Registration Certificate" That Got 180,000 Likes on Twitter? Where Can You Obtain It?

Over 70,000 RTs on Twitter! What is the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'?

Have you heard about the information targeted towards future brides that became a hot topic on Twitter a little while ago?

That tweet, which received over 180,000 likes in a single day, is about the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'—a document that looks like a certificate, stating that the couple has gotten married♡

The 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' can be received on the spot when submitting the marriage registration, but its recognition is relatively low.

In the municipality where the original tweet came from, it seems only two couples have received it this year…!

Many couples seem to unknowingly get married as government offices often do not provide proper guidance on this.

Various reactions and questions popped up on Twitter, such as "What? I didn't know about that!!" "Can I still get it now!?" and it has become quite a topic of discussion♡

In this article, we will cover:

☑ What exactly is a Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate?

☑ When is it needed?

☑ When and where can it be obtained?

☑ Is there a fee involved?

We will address these and other questions related to the Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate＊

What exactly is a 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'?

The 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' is a document that serves as "official proof of marriage" while waiting for the new family register to be issued after the marriage registration has been submitted.

Once the marriage registration is accepted, the couple is recognized as a legal married couple, but it takes a few days for this to be reflected in the family register due to processing.

However, various procedures such as changing names and moving need to be carried out when getting married.

The 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' is a document that can officially prove the marriage relationship in place of the family register when those procedures need to be done quickly.

When is the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' used?

There are several situations where the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' can be used.

① Application to the company

If you are becoming a housewife or part-time worker, you will need to apply for dependent family status with your company.

Also, many companies provide benefits such as increased rent subsidies or paid leave when you get married.

If you want to apply quickly and avoid multiple trips to the government office, obtaining the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' at the time of submitting the marriage registration will allow you to smoothly report it to your company.

② Acquisition of resident certificate

A resident certificate is needed when changing the name on your driver’s license or when moving to a new municipality.

If you have the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate,' you can obtain a resident certificate with your new family register on the same day.

Additionally, it can be used for applying for unemployment benefits or for issuing or changing a passport, so it's recommended to obtain it after submitting your marriage registration♡

Where can I get the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'?

The 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' can be obtained from the municipality where you submit the marriage registration.

You can get it at the same time as submitting your marriage registration by telling the family registry counter, "I would like to receive a Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate."

If you submit it on weekends when the government office is closed or outside business hours, you will need to return another day to pick it up or have it mailed to you.

What do I need to get the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'?

The only items needed to obtain the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' are the identification documents of the applicant.

Prepare government-issued documents such as a driver's license, residence card, My Number card (individual number card), pension book, or health insurance card.

Does the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' cost anything?

Like resident certificates, obtaining the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' involves a fee.

A standard copy printed on plain paper costs about 350 yen, while a certificate printed on high-quality paper with a decorative design costs about 1,400 yen.

Many couples seem to opt for the plain paper version for company or municipal submissions, and the high-quality version for keepsakes♡

How long can I request the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'?

Many brides who have already registered their marriage may just now be discovering the existence of the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate.'

There have been numerous people on Twitter asking if they can still receive it even after some time has passed since their marriage registration, and others have contacted their municipality.

It seems the timeline varies by municipality—some require it to be requested within one month, others allow up to five years, and some say any time is acceptable!

If you're curious, it's worth inquiring＊

There are various designs of the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' beyond just certificates♡

The design of the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' varies by municipality.

For example, the one from Neyagawa City in Osaka features a vibrant pink design adorned with cherry blossoms♡

It even comes with a tube for storing the certificate!

The 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' from Kokubunji City in Tokyo has a stylish design depicting the city silhouette.

About half of the couples who submit their marriage registrations reportedly apply for it♡

Not just "a single piece of paper," but "two pieces of paper"♡

It’s often said that "marriage is just a piece of paper," but with the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate,' you have "two pieces of paper."

If you only submit the marriage registration, you might feel like nothing is left, but receiving a formal 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' gives a deeper sense of having actually gotten married♡

Some people even had their 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate' read at their reception♡

It can also be used as a decorative item in the welcome area, in pre-wedding photographs, and can play an active role during wedding scenes.

After the wedding, it's nice to keep it safely at home.

Don't forget to get your 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate'♡

We introduced the 'Marriage Certificate Acceptance Certificate,' which anyone can receive on the same day they submit their marriage registration.

It not only makes various procedures go quickly and smoothly but also serves as a keepsake of the couple's marriage registration.

If you are about to submit your marriage registration, don’t forget to get it at the counter♡

If some time has already passed since your registration, you may still be able to obtain one, so first, inquire with the municipality where you submitted your marriage registration＊

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