Are you thinking about getting legally married in the Caribbean? If so, you’re in the right place! This blog post will provide all the knowledge that our destination wedding travel agents provide about getting legally married in the Caribbean.

Before you start planning for your big day, we will provide detailed information on the legal prerequisites in each country, making sure that you are well informed of your options among the various Caribbean wedding destinations available to you.

Whether you’re looking for a beach ceremony or a more traditional setting, you’ll find everything you need to know in this article. So read on to learn more about getting legally married in the Caribbean!

Marriage license requirements:

Some destinations may require a blood test before your marriage license is issued. Here are some examples. 

Medical Requirements:

• Mexico: Prenuptial medical examination issued by the local hospital
• Jamaica: No test required
• The Dominican Republic: No test is required
• St. Lucia: Blood test requirement
• Costa Rica: No test required 

If you have been previously married, you may also be required to present a certified copy of your divorce decree. 

Residency Requirements: 

So let’s first cover residency requirements! In most islands, couples are required to be in the destination for an amount of time before their Caribbean destination wedding. This can vary by destination. But here are the requirements for some of the more popular tropical locations.

• Mexico: 3 days
• Jamaica: 1 day
• The Dominican Republic: 3 days
• St Lucia: 2 days
• Costa Rica: 2 days 

Speak with one of our destination wedding travel agents to help adjust your stay to fit with these regulations.

Witnesses:

Most legal ceremonies in the Caribbean require two to four witnesses to be present. So what do you do if you’re eloping? You’ll find that most resorts are happy to find a couple of staff members to act as your witnesses so you can meet the requirements. 

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Getting legally married in the Caribbean is possible with just a few easy steps! 

If you want to learn more about a destination wedding in the Caribbean, schedule your free consultation with our knowledgeable destination wedding travel agents today!