Cenomar Form – PSA Certificate of No Record of Marriage

Cenomar Form PDF Details

The Certification of No Record of Marriage, commonly known as the CENOMAR, is an official certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), formerly the National Statistics Office (NSO). This certificate confirms that a Filipino citizen has no existing marriage record in the civil registry of the Philippines. Government agencies, employers, and other institutions regularly require the CENOMAR certificate to verify a person's marital status before processing certain applications.

The PSA CENOMAR form collects detailed personal information from the applicant, including full name, date and place of birth, and the names of both parents. The form also asks whether the birth registration was recorded late and requests the applicant's Tax Identification Number (TIN) when available. Applicants must specify the purpose of the cenomar request by selecting from a list of accepted categories.

Common Uses of a PSA CENOMAR

The CENOMAR certificate is required in a wide range of legal and administrative processes. Below are the most common situations where you will need this document:

• Marriage license application — Philippine civil registrars require the CENOMAR when processing a marriage license application to confirm that both parties are legally free to marry.
• Overseas employment — Many employers and recruitment agencies abroad request the cenomar certificate as part of pre-employment document verification.
• Passport application and renewal — The Philippine Statistics Authority may require the cenomar form when processing passport applications for individuals who declare single status.
• Immigration and visa processing — Foreign embassies and immigration offices often require the PSA cenomar as proof of marital status for visa applications.
• School and scholarship requirements — Some schools and scholarship programs request the cenomar certificate to verify an applicant's personal information.
• Loan and financial transactions — Banks and financial institutions may require the CENOMAR when processing loan applications or opening joint accounts.
• Court proceedings and legal matters — Attorneys and courts may require the cenomar document to establish marital status in legal cases.
• Property transactions — Real estate transactions sometimes require the certificate of no marriage to confirm ownership rights.

The CENOMAR certificate is generally valid for one year from the date of issuance. Processing fees vary depending on the delivery option chosen. Standard delivery typically takes 5 to 15 business days, while express delivery options are available at an additional cost. Applicants who need the document urgently should apply well in advance to avoid delays.

The PSA accepts applications for the cenomar form through its online portal at serbilis.psa.gov.ph, through authorized outlets nationwide, and through select PSA provincial offices. Applicants who are currently abroad may authorize a representative in the Philippines to apply on their behalf by providing a notarized Special Power of Attorney.