Antigua
This is the island of 365 beaches – one for every day of the year! You may get married anywhere (beach, historical site, resort, etc) on Antigua. Weddings are 100% legal in the United States.
Wedding Requirements for Antigua
Fees
- $40 registration fee paid to the courthouse.
- $150Application fee for special marriage license.
- $50 Marriage Officer’s fee.
Documents required
- valid passports as proof of citizenship.
- original divorce decree or, in the case of a widow or widower, the original marriage and death certificates.
- If there has been a name change please provide affidavits in cases where you are known by another name.
- Both parties must be over 15. If under 18, written authorization from your parents or guardians is required.
All documents presented should be original or certified original by the issuing departments or offices.
Your marriage must also be solemnized or celebrated in the presence of two or more witnesses, apart from the Marriage Officer. (Just ask a guest or two to do this for you).
Church Ceremonies will require the permission from the church authorities where you wish to be married. Have your pastor contact the church to establish the requirements. Some churches ask that the couple attend pre-nuptial consultations. Allow some extra time if planning a church ceremony.
The Ministry of Legal Affairs is open Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 4:30pm and on Fridays from 8:00am to 3:00pm.
