Belize provides an assortment of fanciful wedding and honeymoon locales for the couple seeking an unforgettable location for their unforgettable day.

Imagine exchanging "I do's"

• In the arena of an ancient Maya ceremonial site?
• In a lush tropical garden?
• Barefoot on a private beach?

How about honeymooning

• On your private island
• Being pampered at an exotic jungle lodge
• Or getting away from it all with all the comforts of home in an oceanside condo or cabana?

If you envision something unique for your wedding or honeymoon, Belize is the place for you. Whether you want a legal or a religious ceremony, getting married in Belize is easy. In fact we welcome the opportunity to meet your needs on this very special occasion.

Marriage ceremonies in Belize are internationally valid. To obtain a special license to get married in Belize:

1. Applications for Special Licenses must be signed by both applicants, verified by affidavit, and accompanied by the applicants’ identity documents (i.e. certified copies of applicants’ birth certificate, passport, etc.).



2. Application can be submitted from applicants’ place of residence through a wedding planner in Belize at anytime in anticipation of their arrival into Belize.
   
   
   
3. Forms can be obtained at two locations.
   • General Registry, Supreme Court Building, Belize City.
   • Solicitor General’s Office, East Block Building, Belmopan.
   
   
   
4. Completed forms along with the items in the following list must be presented to General Registry or Solicitor General.
• Identification Documents – All documents required must be original documents but certified copies of the original documents are acceptable.
• Citizenship – No residency requirement.
• Blood test – No blood test or parental consent is needed if over age 18.
• Marital status – Original or certified copy of divorce or death certificates must be presented if divorced or widowed.
• Witnesses – Two witnesses, can include hotel staff but must be at least 18 years
• Marriage license fee (US $250)
• Proof that both parties are above age 18 years.



5. Applications for special license can be obtained through the Registrar General in Belize City or the Office of the Solicitor General in Belmopan.
   
   
   
6. A fee of two hundred and fifty dollars (US$250.00) must accompany the application.



7. The ceremony may be performed by a senior justice of the peace at any place within Belize between the hours of 5:00 am and 9:00 pm inclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and public and bank holidays.

Most hotels will help with your arrangements including securing a minister or officer of the court to perform the ceremony. However, if you wish to make these arrangements on your own, please contact the Registry Department before you leave home to secure a licensed person and court date to perform a legal ceremony.

Marriage license - US$250

Legal ceremony in court - $5 US

Religious officer - Varies (donations to the churches and schools are welcomed)

Registry Department Treasury Lane Belize City Tel.: 011-501-227-7377 Fax: 011-501-227-0181 Attorney General’s Ministry East Block Building Belmopan Tel.: 011-501-822-2504 Fax: 011-501-822-3390 Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8 am - 12 noon and 1 pm - 5 pm

To get the festive elements of your wedding organized you can request the assistance of a wedding planner at your resort, hotel, or tour operator. Most hotels have experience in making these arrangements. There are often wedding and honeymoon packages complete with accommodations for the happy couple, family, and friends; someone licensed to perform the ceremony; catering; room service; and decorations to your specifications.

With the paperwork and legal ceremony complete in Belize City, you can have your dream wedding almost anywhere you want in Belize. Remember this is where you get to be creative and have fun.

Belize has a wide variety of religious denominations including: Roman Catholic, Anglican, Episcopalian, Methodist, Faith Assembly of God, Jehovah's Witness, Baptist, Mormon, Mennonite, and Hindu.

1. Request a fax of the marriage license application from the Registry Department before your arrival for your personal revision.



2. If you have guests and family coming for the wedding, ask hotels to provide itineraries for your honeymoon and a separate one for the rest of the party.



3. Once you have some details on what you want your wedding to be like i.e. # in your party, length of stay, type of ceremony, where you want to honeymoon, and any special requirements, we encourage you to request quotations and packages from a variety of providers. We would be happy to forward your request for direct responses to you if you complete the form on our contact page.



4. There are very few traditional bridal shops in the country; either bring your wedding attire or choose from colorful tropical attire in the local gift shops. However, remember that there are less shopping choices the farther away you get from the main towns.



5. If you plan to get married at an Archaeological Reserve, (Maya Ruins, sites), please fax a letter requesting permission one week before the ceremony. Letters should be faxed to the Director of the Institute of Archaeology, Dr. Jaime Awe, at 822-3345. Please include the date and time of ceremony; names of bride and groom; priest or Justice of the Peace; and site of ceremony.
   
   
6. Please contact the Institute of Archaeology at telephone #: 522-2227 or 822-2106 and fax #: 822-3345 for conditions for weddings being held at archaeological parks in Belize.

If you have additional questions or wish to receive information directly from tour providers , please fill in our contact form.

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