NRN and NRN Marriage
A person of Nepalese origin residing in a foreign land after acquiring the respective citizenship is called NRN (Non-Resident Nepali).
NRN (Non-Resident Nepali) Marriage is a marriage between a Nepalese citizen from Nepal and a man or a woman of Nepalese origin residing in another country with foreign passport. A different provision needs to be followed if one of the partners has obtained foreign passport and citizenship. The procedure applicable in such a case is similar to a foreign citizen.
In Nepal, marriage of a son or a daughter to a person living oversees is fairly common. However, things may not always be nice and dandy as they seem. There have been many cases of matrimonial bonds formed with ill intention such as to cheat by misrepresenting identity and personal status. Therefore, it is wise to make careful consideration before getting married.
How to get your marriage registered by NRN?
It is advised to get your marriage registered in a District Court of your residence. Marriage Certificate helps to settle disputes in numerous ways. Make sure you get marriage registered before leaving for oversees with your NRN husband or wife.
What are the major NRN matrimonial disputes?
In most cases there are two types of dispute relating to NRN marriage.
The NRN bridegroom marries a Nepali girl, and takes monetary value in the form of dowry and flees oversees leaving behind his wife in Nepal.
Nepali husband and the wife that marry oversees can develop issues such as extra marital affairs that can lead to mistreatment against each other, eventually ending of the marriage.
Can NRN file for a divorce in the USA?
Couples married in Nepal and residing in the USA can seek divorce in the USA. The decree of divorce awarded by the US courts is valid in Nepal.
How to get your marriage registered by NRN?
It is advised to get your marriage registered in a District court of your residence. Marriage certificate helps to settle disputes in numerous ways. Make sure you get marriage registered before leaving for oversees with your NRN husband or wife.
What are the major NRN matrimonial disputes?
In most cases there are two types of dispute relating to NRN marriage.
The NRN bridegroom marries a Nepali girl, and takes monetary value in the form of dowry and flees oversees leaving behind his wife in Nepal.
Nepali husband and the wife that marry oversees can develop issues such as extra marital affairs that can lead to mistreatment against each other, eventually ending of the marriage.
Can NRN file for a divorce in the USA?
Couples married in Nepal and residing in the USA can seek divorce in the USA. The decree of divorce awarded by the US courts is valid in Nepal.
Precautionary measures to be taken by NRN spouses before leaving the country?
Make record of contact details of neighbors, friends, relatives, and your husband’s employer in the foreign country, police, ambulance, and the Nepal Embassy where he/she residing.
Make sure to keep photocopies of all documents such as passport, visa, bank and property documents, marriage certificate, wedding photos and any other important paper work and contact details with family members or any other person that you trust.
In case of documents are lost due to unexpected incidents such as earthquake, natural disaster, theft the recorded copy can come in use.
What are the precautions to be taken by a newly-wed in foreign country?
Maintain bank account in the country of residence, so that he/she can withdraw money at times of emergency.
Be aware of the laws, rights and duties of the country of residence That will help in cases of abuse or neglect, including ill-treatment, domestic violence.
Stay in contact with friends and family over the phone and any other means of communication while oversees.