Is a Destination Wedding Legal?

By Michael Ferguson

A destination wedding is a wedding ceremony that takes place at a location away from where the couple lives. It has become increasingly popular over the past decade, allowing couples to exchange vows in an exotic location that holds a special meaning for them. But before you can start planning your dream destination wedding, you need to ask yourself if it’s even legal.

The answer is dependent on the laws in the country where you are getting married. Generally speaking, if you’re getting married in a country that has a system similar to your own home country’s laws, there shouldn’t be any major issues. For example, if you’re from the US and getting married in Mexico, as long as you fulfill all Mexican requirements for marriage (e.g., getting a blood test and submitting certain documents), your marriage should be legally binding.

If you are getting married in a foreign country with different laws than your home country, then it is important to research what documents and legal steps need to be taken prior to the ceremony. You may require certain documents such as proof of identity and/or proof of citizenship to prove that both parties are legally allowed to marry each other under the country’s law. Additionally, some countries may require a marriage license prior to the ceremony taking place.

Conclusion

In conclusion, destination weddings can be legally binding depending on which country you are getting married in. Do your research ahead of time and make sure all necessary documents are obtained prior to the ceremony so that your dream destination wedding can become reality.