A Trendy Bahamas Wedding
The people of the Bahamas are known for their easy going nature and taking everything in stride. There many islands that make up the Bahamas region, each with their own unique qualities and features depending on the type of <strong>Bahamas wedding</strong> you are after. Abaco, Atlantis, and Cat Island to name a few, are popular Bahamas wedding islands to say “I Do”.
From incredible caves, endless seashores and brilliant sunshine to perfect venues, packages and prices the Bahamas region always make a top pick for a destination wedding. Bahamas weddings, in fact get tourism annual from all over the world from Asia to Alaska.
The Bahamas’ distant neighbors to the north make up a large part of its tourism however as the prices for a destination wedding without traveling over the ocean costs a significant amount less. It is even cheaper than having a wedding in many North American locations such as California and New York that rank as some of the most expensive places on Earth to get married at.
A peaceful and tranquil wedding with either a small or large Bahamas wedding party can be had and with seating inside or out depending on the type of wedding reception you are after. Many traditional dishes like crab and rice are popular with many locals and Bahamas wedding goers alike. The laid back atmosphere will no doubt bring peace of mind and make being romantic and creative in your Bahamas wedding easier.
The islands are surrounded by white sandy beaches and a gentle ocean that seems to invite one to dip their toes in its tranquil waters. A bit cooler than some of the surrounding Caribbean islands, the Bahamas wedding can be had in almost any season. With you ticket in mind, get ready for the most romantic Bahamas wedding ever!
MARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS
Both parties must be in The Commonwealth of the Bahamas at the time of the application.
Persons wishing to be married in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas may do so after one day. That is to say, if a person arrives in The Bahamas on Monday, they may come into the Registrar General’s Office on Tuesday, obtain a Marriage Licence (while waiting), and be married on the same day.
If either party has been divorced, the original final decree or a certified copy must be produced. If either party is widowed, being certified of the deceased spouse must be produced. If either party is unmarried, being a citizen or resident of the U.S.A., a declaration certifying this fact must be sworn before a U.S. Consul at the American Embassy, Nassau, The Bahamas.
If either party is unmarried, being a citizen or resident of a country other than the U.S.A., a declaration certifying this fact must be sworn before a Notary Public or other person authorized to administer oaths in that country and must accompany the application for the Marriage License.
The parties must produce some form of identification which has a photograph attached. The identification document must have been issued by a Government Office in the country where the parties reside.
The parties must produce evidence of the date of their arrival in The Bahamas.
Persons desirous of being married in a Family Island ( any island outside of New Providence) can obtain a Marriage License at the Commissioner’s Office on that island and need not come to Nassau.
The fee for the license is $100.00.
Marriage Licenses are issued at the office of the Registrar General in Nassau. This office is open to the public Mondays to Fridays between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Address: P. O. Box N- 532
Nassau, The Bahamas
Tel: 242-322-3316
Fax: 242-322-5553
Good luck with your Bahamas wedding!
