1. Established and official methods or processes that must be followed according to rules, regulations, or protocols, typically in legal, administrative, or institutional contexts
The company must follow formal procedures before dismissing an employee.
A empresa deve seguir os procedimentos formais antes de demitir um funcionário.
2. Ritualistic or ceremonial steps required by law or organizational protocol
Formal procedures for marriage registration vary by country.
Os procedimentos formais para o registro de casamento variam por país.