In the last few years, marriage in many cultures has grown to include many variations. Civil as well as religious ceremonies have become memorable events not only on their own merits, but in a great part due to the couples choice of location.
The Mexican Caribbean is a marvelous alternative for those who seek to marry in a natural environment, especially one sophisticated and as romantic as one finds in Mexico. The elements to support the couples choice are in place, whether they choose a simple ‘one with nature’ event or one with luxurious details including private yachts, bridal suites and lavish receptions.
Your wedding in Cancun can feature everything from jewelry and ring shopping to the honeymoon itself. Wedding attire, beauty services, parties, the cake, photography and religious services are available in Cancun just for the planning.
Many hotels now offer complete, turnkey wedding services. Some are internally staffed functions, others may include the services of outside experts. The approach of ‘whatever the couple wants’ prevails, so couples can expect to get exactly what they want for their most important day.
It’s important to start with the fine print – the legal requirements for any wedding in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
REQUIREMENTS FOR WEDDINGS BETWEEN MEXICAN CITIZENS.
1.Original and copy of each party’s birth certificate.
2.Original (certified) of health certificates with blood type, venereal disease (including syphilis and HIV) and blood type (RH) dated no more than 15 days of the civil ceremony.
3. Copy of each party’s official identification document with photograph.
4. Should either party be divorced or widowed, copies of each accrediting document.
5. Should one of the party’s be under the age of 18, they must present official identification for their consenting parents and either the present of both parents at the event or a notarized copy of parental authorization or a Marriage Expedient from the Secretary of City Hall from their place of residence.
6. Original and copy of each witnesses official identification.
REQUIREMENTS FOR WEDDINGS BETWEEN FOREIGNERS AND MEXICAN NATIONALS.
1.Original and copy of each party’s birth certificate.
2. Original and copy of foreigner’s birth certificate translated by an authorized translation service (see your consul or contact your wedding planner or hotel concierge for contact information).
3. Original and copy of Mexican National’s official identification with current photography and original passport and copy of foreigner.
4. Wedding permit for foreigner authorizing vows between foreigner and Mexican National from the state’s Immigration office.
5. Original (certified) of prenuptial health certificates with blood type, venereal disease (including syphilis and HIV) and blood type (RH) dated no more than 15 days of the civil ceremony performed at a local Lab Facility.
6. Original and copy of each witnesses official identification.
REQUIREMENTS FOR WEDDINGS BETWEEN FOREIGNERS.
Two working days prior to the event, both participants should present:
1. Their "Tourist card" which is provided at the airport or point of entry.
2. Original and copy of each party’s birth certificates translated by an authorized translation service (see your consul or contact your wedding planner or hotel concierge for contact information).
3. Original (certified) of prenuptial health certificates with blood type, venereal disease (including syphilis and HIV) and blood type (RH) dated no more than 15 days of the civil ceremony performed at a local Lab Facility.
4. Original passports and copies for both parties.
5. Should either party be divorced or widowed, copies of each accrediting document.
6. Original and copy of each witnesses official identification featuring age, address, nationality and parent’s nationality.
WEDDING SERVICES AVAILABLE IN CANCUN:
1. Many hotels offer complete wedding packages replete with services and honeymoon suites.
2. Event planning and coordination by independent specialists.
3. Jewelry stores and boutiques with remarkable, unforgettable rings.
4. Fashion designers, ‘haute couture’ in national and international styles for the bride and her party.
5. Stores and suppliers of wedding and banquet equipment – ready to deploy everything a couple might want— beach side or in a grand hotel ballroom.
6. Boutiques and spa services for that ‘beauty day’ before the grand event.
7. Florists and decorators.
8. Pastry shops.
9. Professional wedding photographers and videotaping.
10. Design and printing services for invitations, napkins, cards and sign age.
11. Musical groups with every sound from classical, big band, rock, disco, rave, and of course romantic Mariachis for an unforgettable reception.
12. Limousines and rental cars of every kind.
13. Lab Facilities.
We cordially invite you to consider holding your wedding or renewal of vows in the most romantic, natural beauty possible – make the most important day of your life an unforgettable event.
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