In the heart of the Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda offer the perfect setting
for romance to flourish – whether for
 a destination wedding, renewal of
 vows or honeymoon. Couples are
 realising that a wedding weekend 
is far superior than a wedding
 day and are making Antigua one
 of the preferred top wedding and
 honeymoon destinations.

Just think of a wedding ceremony barefoot on the beach, like in a romantic film! If the idea appeals to you, it’s easy to arrange.
In fact, even if you decide during your holiday to get married, it’s possible to do it without long preparations.

Many hotels can arrange it on their private beach or in a dedicated gazebo and assist you with organising the event. Most hotels offer special wedding packages or honeymoon deals.

To help you organise all aspects of your wedding you can hire a professional wedding designer agency available on island  that will take care of everything you may need.

Check among others : www.theinnantigua.com; www.catamaran-antigua.com and www.sheer-rocks.com; www.alfredsearchinger.com

Documents needed to obtain a marriage licence

• Valid passports
• Proof of status:
  • Single: a declaration signed in Antigua
  • Divorced: original divorce decree
  • Widowed: original marriage and death certificates
Application form (Completed at the Ministry of Legal Affairs)
Fees
• Registration fee: EC$40 (paid at the Ministry of Legal Affairs located on Queen Elizabeth Highway)
• 
Application fee (special licence): EC$150
• The Marriage Officer fee is US$100.
• Legal Requirement: Both parties must be over 15.
• If under age 18, written authorisation from parents or guardians is required.

It is important that all documents presented are original or certified original by the issuing departments or offices. All documents must be in the legal name and provide affidavits in cases where the bride or groom is known by another name. The Ministry of Legal Affairs is open Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.