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This document includes information about:
the definition of a sham marriage
offences relating to sham marriages
prosecuting authorities for criminal offences in relation to sham marriages
Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) suggested good practice and scenarios for potential suspects and charges
planned visits to a designated register office
European Economic Area (EEA) removal options
Published 19 August 2015 Last updated 13 November 2019 +show all updates
Guidance revised to include up to date definition of sham marriage and updated links to legislation and other guidance products.