Greece recently legalised same-sex marriage, granting equal rights to civil marriage for LGBTQ+ couples. The new law, enacted on February 16, marks a significant step towards equality in the country.
An Australian couple has already expressed interest in taking advantage of this new law.
According to the newspaper Demokratiki, they have contacted the Civil Registry Office of the Municipality of Rhodes to inquire about getting married on the picturesque island.
While the exact timing of their civil marriage ceremony is still pending, officials at the registry office are eagerly awaiting the issuance of a circular to finalise the necessary procedures.
In another heartwarming story, two women from Patras have announced their intention to marry.
Their wedding will take place at the town hall of Chalandritsa, within the Municipality of Erymanthos.
The couple’s choice of location is significant, as neither of them is a resident of Chalandritsa.
However, under Greek law, couples can marry in a municipality of their choice, regardless of their place of residence.
The wedding date for the Patras couple has not been set yet, but it can occur up to six months after the publication of their marriage announcement.
As they prepare for their special day, the couple must submit the required documents to complete the process.
