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China saw an 8.5% marriage surge in 2025 due to simplified registration rules, easing access for migrants and youth.
In 2025, China reported over 5.15 million marriage registrations in the first three quarters, a 8.5% increase from the previous year, driven by simplified registration rules allowing couples to marry at any civil affairs office with just ID cards, eliminating hukou and parental consent requirements.
The change eased marriage access for migrant workers and younger generations, with 17% of marriages registered outside the couple’s official residence.
While the rise is positive, experts note it may be temporary and policy-driven.
The decline of traditional, informal matchmaking—once common through trusted community members—has contributed to social disconnect, though some retired individuals still volunteer to help couples, a practice the author advocates for as a way to strengthen relationships.
China experimentó un aumento del 8,5% de los matrimonios en 2025 debido a las reglas de registro simplificadas, que facilitan el acceso para los migrantes y los jóvenes.