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EU Court Rules All Member States Must Recognize Marriages

11/25/2025

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The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled on November 25 that EU member states must recognize marriages legally performed in other EU countries, including same-sex marriages.
The ruling emphasizes the right to free movement within the EU and respect for private and family life.
Poland is not required to permit same-sex marriages but must acknowledge marriages conducted abroad.
Currently, only 13 EU countries allow same-sex marriage.

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The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled on November 25 that EU member states must recognize marriages legally performed in other EU countries, including same-sex marriages.
The ruling emphasizes the right to free movement within the EU and respect for private and family life.
Poland is not required to permit same-sex marriages but must acknowledge marriages conducted abroad.
Currently, only 13 EU countries allow same-sex marriage.