Is it okay to get a marriage certificate in the year of birth without holding a wedding? When should I start wearing the red string in the year of birth?

Getting married is one of the most joyous events in life, so most people will choose an auspicious day to hold the wedding. There is a folk saying that one should not hold a wedding in one’s zodiac year, so is it okay to get a marriage certificate but not hold a wedding in one’s zodiac year? When should we start wearing the red string in our birth year?

Is it OK to get a marriage certificate in my zodiac year without holding a wedding?

In the year of birth, you can just get a marriage certificate without holding a wedding ceremony. Therefore, according to tradition, only after a real wedding ceremony can you be considered married.
Things to note when getting a certificate in your zodiac year:
(1) It is best to choose an auspicious date in advance to get the marriage certificate in your birth year. If the date conflicts with the zodiac signs of both parties, it will affect their happy life in the future.
(2) Check whether there are any special local customs, such as not being able to get a marriage certificate on special days.
(3) Depending on your personal circumstances, if you are pregnant, it is okay to hold a wedding in your birth year. According to the older generation, this is called "bringing good luck".

When should I start wearing the red string in my zodiac year?

The red string for the birth year is usually worn around the Spring Festival. In some places, it is worn around the beginning of spring and can be removed only on the Spring Festival (beginning of spring) of the next year.
Points to note when wearing a red string in your birth year:
(1) It is best if the elders give the red string to you. Of course, you can buy it yourself, but the effect will be much worse. This is because it is easy to encounter some setbacks and disadvantages in your birth year. Elders are experienced people who have gone through ups and downs and have a strong aura. The red string given by them will have a better effect when worn.
(2) Once you put it on, don’t take it off easily. This way it will protect you for the whole year. You can take it off during the New Year of the following year. While wearing it, do not untie the knot or trim it with scissors or other items.