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Social Assistance & Protection

Pre-Marriage Counseling

Complete your pre-marriage counseling requirement at the MSWDO in Mapandan. Required before applying for a marriage license.

Description

The MSWDO provides pre-marriage counseling to would-be couples as required before obtaining a marriage license. The counseling covers family planning, rights and responsibilities of marriage, and strengthening family solidarity. The service is mandated by law and the certificate issued is a prerequisite for marriage license application. Would-be couples, couples with marital problems, couples of reproductive age, and solo parents may avail of this service.

Requirements

  • Personal Data Form
  • Marriage Counselling Services Form

Procedure

  1. Apply at the MSWDO. Staff will refer you to the Population Office.
  2. Fill out the Personal Data Form and Marriage Counselling Services Form.
  3. Attend the Marriage Counseling Seminar conducted by MSWDO staff.
  4. After the seminar, the Pre-Marriage Counseling Certificate is signed by the counselor.
  5. Receive the duly signed Pre-Marriage Counseling Certificate.

Service Details

Responsible Office: Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO)

Classification: Simple

Mode: in-person

Processing Time: 2–3 hours (counseling session)

Fee: Free

Where to Apply: MSWDO Office, Municipal Building, Poblacion

Contact: (075) 632-1751

Source: Mapandan Citizen's Charter

Last Updated: August 2025

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Scanned Document

Scanned page from the official Mapandan Citizen's Charter listing the requirements, fees, processing time, and responsible staff for the service.

Citizens Charter for Pre-Marriage Counseling
Citizens Charter document: marriage-counseling.jpg

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