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The seemingly simple story has become an inexhaustible source of inspiration for literary and cinematic works over the years. And yet, it is still life that inspires art most strongly; after all, many remarkable love stories are the best confirmation of the thesis that affection overcomes obstacles, boundaries and barriers – including those of language. The moment of formalizing a relationship is most often a chance for an exceptional meeting of families and an exploration of cultural differences and curiosities… but also a considerable communication challenge.   Organizing a wedding and a wedding party is a special time, although often full of tension. The number of issues that require our attention before this special day can be overwhelming, and in the case of organizing a meeting where cultures and languages collide, getting everything just right can be a real test of strength. Why, when organizing a wedding with a foreigner, can’t we forget about a certified translator? And what documents are needed to get married with a foreigner in Poland? These are just some of the questions that arise in connection with this event.   Translating documents for marriage with a foreigner – what is needed? Despite what you may think, the documents that both parties must submit – both the partner who is a Polish citizen and the foreigner – are not that different. You will need an abstract copy of your birth certificate, a certificate stating that there are no objections to the marriage (in Poland, these are issued by the Registry Office, and the cost of a marital status certificate is PLN 38), a valid passport, and a statement on the surname after the marriage. If one of the parties is a widower/widow or a divorcee, it is necessary to present such documents as the death certificate of the spouse or a court judgment on the divorce. The difference is that in the case of certificates issued abroad, a certified translation of the marriage documents is necessary.…