Weddings |
| Wedding's in Antigua |
| In the heart of the Caribbean, the sister islands of Antigua and Barbuda offer the perfect setting for romance to flourish -- whether for a destination wedding, renewal of vows or honeymoon. We are pleased to be able to offer Coco Palm Villa for such events. Please contact us with details of your requirements. We have some personal knowledge as we were married in Antigua ourselves!! If you are travelling in a larger party we can also arrange for other villa’s very close to Coco Palm to be made available so your group can stay close together. |
Why Antigua? |
| Experts agree that a destination wedding is less expensive and less complicated than your average at home event, and as more than 200,000 weddings a year take place away from home, couples are realizing that a wedding weekend is far superior than a wedding day, and are making Antigua one of the world's top wedding and honeymoon tourism destinations. In fact, Antigua and Barbuda were recently voted “ Best Wedding Island of the Year” by Caribbean World Magazine at their 11th and 12th International Caribbean World Awards in Britain . The islands are also included in the renowned American Express Travel “Top 10 Wedding Destinations” list. |
| Wedding Co-ordinator |
| We are able to put you in contact with a wedding co-ordinator who can arrange all aspects of the ceremony or honeymoon, thereby eliminating much of the pre-nuptial stress many couples experience. A variety of packages offered create the perfect intimate or extravagant event, though most include the wedding cake, photography, flowers and champagne, along with the ceremony performed by a local official. Whether couples seek privacy, beauty or adventure in their wedding destination, Antigua and Barbuda offer a wealth of wedding options. |
Steps to be Married in Antigua and Barbuda |
1. Visit the Ministry of Justice located on Lower Nevis Street in downtown St. John's with valid passports, complete the application and pay applicable fees. |
Documents Needed to Obtain a Special Marriage License |
| 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 Justice) |
| Fees |
Registration fee: $40 (paid at the courthouse located on the corner of High and Temple Streets) |
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. Flights which arrive into Antigua after 3 p.m. should plan to arrange for the marriage to take place either the next day after completing the application process, or, on any available day thereafter. |
| Witnesses |
| An Antiguan marriage must be celebrated in the presence of two or more witnesses. These can be arranged for you if travelling alone. |
| Wedding Planners |
| Please contact us and we will be happy to introduce you to a Wedding Co-ordinator if you do not already have one. |