Who can get married

Relatives you cannot marry

You cannot legally marry or have a civil partnership with any of the following relatives:

  • parent
  • child
  • grandparent
  • grandchild
  • sibling
  • aunt or uncle
  • niece or nephew
  • great-grandparent
  • great-grandchild
  • adopted parent or former adoptive parent
  • adopted child or former adopted child

Speak to your registrar if you are unsure.

Page last modified: 15 July 2025