How to Choose the Right Solemniser and Justice of Peace for Your ROM Wedding in Singapore
Congratulations, lovebirds! You've found your other half, booked the dream venue, and now it's time to make it official.
But wait, who officiates the ceremony and makes everything legal?
Enter the solemniser, the person who will pronounce both of you husband and wife. He/she will be a crucial part of your wedding day, so here's how to find the right one for you:
Preferred Language
The first criteria is to choose the language(s) that you want your solemnisation to be conducted. Perhaps you might want a bilingual solemniser or one who knows some dialect for older members of the family?
You can filter for the solemniser's preferred languages here.
Ceremonial Style
Do you want a light-hearted ceremony littered with jokes and laughter? Or do you prefer a solemn, serious mood for your wedding ceremony?
Each solemniser tends to have their own styles of conducting the ceremony. Read up on reviews from graduated brides & grooms to decide who is a good fit for you.
Bridely's Solemniser Finder allows you to filter for the JOP's styles based on what others have said about them.
Bonus Tips
- Don't wait till the last minute – popular solemnizers get booked faster than you can say "just married."
- Remember, solemnizers are volunteers. A little angbao is a customary way of thanking them for their time.
- Delegate a friendly face to greet them at your venue and show them to the ceremonial spot.
- If possible, consider offering transport to your wedding venue
- P.S. Don't forget to check out the ultimate ROM guide for the latest information and updates!
Update (April 2025 Relocation): The Registry of Marriages (ROM) and Registry of Muslim Marriages (ROMM) will be temporarily relocating to Esplanade Mall from 14 April 2025 to facilitate the redevelopment of their current premises at 7 Canning Rise. The new facility is set to reopen in 2028. Couples with existing appointments from 14 April 2025 onwards will be automatically scheduled at the new location.
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