Lesbian and gay couples can tie the knot at 36 locations in Vienna .  As for heterosexual couples, museums (e.g. Albertina, Kunst Haus) or the imperial residences of the Hofburg and Schönbrunn are available for the "civil partnership". Those who prefer things uncomplicated can also simply have the partnership registered at a registry office.

Registration is possible for all (adult) Austrians, as well as for homosexuals from abroad . Evidence of a birth certificate and nationality are required for this. Important information for foreign guests: Evidence of the place of residence abroad and marital status must be provided. Also: an interpreter must be called in if the registrants have inadequate German language skills. The application for establishing a registered partnership can be made no earlier than six months prior to the required date .

Additional information (only in German):
www.partnerschaft.wien.at
Tel. +43 1 4000 05589
6110-ref@ma35.wien.gv.at

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