Spain Marriage Records Index

Marriage certificate of Arrigo Mosca and Ester García-Bravo. Barcelona, 1933..

In Spain, marriage records are essential tools for genealogists, providing valuable insights into family history and social structure. Civil marriage records, established in 1870, offer detailed information such as names, ages, occupations, and parents’ names. Before this, church records were the primary source of marriage documentation. These ecclesiastical records, dating back to the 16th century, often include additional details, such as the couple’s place of residence and sometimes even notes on their social status. Both types of records are indispensable for tracing family lineage, helping genealogists connect ancestors across generations. Marriage certificates from Spain are particularly important for understanding regional histories and cultural traditions.

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Spain, Marriages, 1565-1950 8,279,362 records available Spain, Province of Granada, Catholic Pre-Marriage Investigation Files, 1556-1899 910,701 records available Spain, Navarre, Index of Marriages, 1577-1940 818,815 records available Spain, Vitoria Diocese, Index of Marriages, 1559-1899 363,452 records available Spain, Málaga, Municipal Marriage Records 166,490 records available Spain, Córdoba, Municipal Marriage Records 41,212 records available See the entire collection catalog of marriage records in Spain

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