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We are excited to help you plan your dream destination wedding on the beautiful island of Jamaica!!

Jamaica is the largest English speaking island in the Caribbean. Couples can choose to have a legal civil union, vow renewal, or symbolic marriage at all the resorts on the island. Not having a destination wedding at a resort? No problem. There are many off site wedding venues for you to choose with beautiful coastal backdrops to exotic tropical gardens.

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Destination Wedding FAQ’s

How long do you need to be in Jamaica before getting married?

All couples are required to be on the island 24 hours to have a legal wedding. We do recommend for couples to be on island at least 2 – 3 days before for a seamless process and for any last minute changes you will like to make for your wedding day.

What makes a marriage legally binding?

The marriage license/ certificate must be signed by the couple, one or more witnesses, and the officiant conducting the ceremony. The officiant must take the signed marriage license to the appropriate court office to have it filed. … Once the license has been filed, the marriage is officially legal. All civil marriages that take place in Jamaica are recognized in the United States as legal binding marriages.

How soon will I receive my marriage certificate from Jamaica?

The Marriage Certificate may be applied for by the Marriage Officer and takes between 7 working days to 1 month to be processed by the Registrar General’s Department. The wedding planner usually mail the certificate within 6 weeks after your wedding date.

What is the best month to get married in Jamaica?

Destination Weddings are welcome all year round. Keep in mind that some months can have a little more rain than usual. The resorts offer more favorable rates during the months of August through the first week of December.

What time of the day is best for a destination wedding in Jamaica?

You can get married as early as sunrise and before sunset for a legal wedding. Wedding times are also adjusted based on the couple’s faith and denomination.

How much is a destination wedding in Jamaica?

A destination wedding can be free for bride and groom and up to 10 guests at many resorts in Jamaica. Bride and Groom and guests will need to stay at their resort for a minimum of 3 nights / 4 days. A free wedding will include a one tier cake, sparkling wine for toasting, a basic arch with minimum flower decor , white plastic or folding chairs for your ceremony and a semi- private dinner reception inside one of the resort’s restaurants. With a semi private dinner, there would be no first dance allowed in the restaurants as the space is shared with other guests.

How much does it cost to be a guest at a destination wedding?

On average a destination wedding guest will pay about $1500 per person including airfare and hotel on a 3 nights stay in the least expensive room category and non stop flights from the US east coast. This price is based on a 4 star resort in a standard room during fall travel period.

Is it cheaper to have a destination wedding?

We have been planning destination weddings for over 18 years and we find destination weddings are way cheaper than having a local wedding stateside. Many resorts offer perks such as free ceremony and reception dinners ( based on numbers of rooms booked) and also include your wedding day food and beverage. This is a huge savings for all destination wedding couples.

Who pays for a destination wedding?

The couple is the one that pays for their destination wedding events. Sometimes parents will contribute but it is mostly the couples responsibility to pay for their destination wedding. Destination wedding couples benefit from guests booking their accommodation in the couples room group block. The more rooms booked, the more perks, free events for the bride and groom.

Jamaica Travel Authorization

All guests traveling to Jamaica, must complete a Jamaica Travel Authorization, click here and present a negative covid test taken within 72 hours of your departure to Jamaica.

Your Jamaica Destination Wedding Journey…

Choose a resort destination – Ocho Rios, Negril or Montego Bay
Choose a resort for your wedding day
Save the date with a deposit ( locks in your wedding date and time)
Reserve a room block for your guests ( $100 per room deposit required)
Send out your Save the Date
Destination Wedding Specialist will make all your guest reservations including airfare, ground transportation, golf and excursions
It’s time to depart to Jamaica ( 2- 3 days before your wedding day)
Your guest arrival at the resort
Have a welcome dinner or a group excursion for everyone ( the day before your wedding!)
Now the day you are finally waiting for is here!! Your Wedding Day!
Congratulations!!!

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What’s Included in a Free*
Resort Wedding Package

Personal wedding planner & onsite coordinator
1-tier wedding cake
Personalized menu cards
Semi-private dinner at one of the resort restaurants (2 hour)
Sparkling wine toast
Ceremony table with linen & tropical centerpiece
1 tropical groom’s boutonniere
1 tropical bridal bouquet
Sound system for ceremony
Chairs included
Symbolic ceremony
Ceremony location beach or garden
Bride & groom room upgrade (based on availability)
VIP welcome & late checkout for bride & groom (based on availability)

*Complimentary if booking a minimum of 35 room nights at a Royalton Resort and all wedding guests staying at the resort. This package is for 10 resort guests only. Condition applies.