Next to the pristine waters of a river in middle of the woods or just before sunset on an secluded beach you can be sure that we will put together all the elements that would make of your wedding that real unique event in life.
Getting married in Costa Rica is not difficult, but as like nearly all foreign countries, requires quite a bit of paperwork. A lawyer will be appointed to handle all the legalities to make your marriage legal in Costa Rica and your home country. The following papers need to be presented in advance to ensure the success of your weeding.
• Full name of both Bride and Groom, first, middle and last. No initials will be accepted.
• Passport numbers and nationality
• Birth dates
• Place of birth
• Foreign address
• Occupation/Profession
• Marital status-if divorced you will need to provide a copy of the divorce decree.
If the Bride has been divorced for less than 12 months, she must present a negative pregnancy test to the nearest Costa Rican consulate for authentication.
• Father’s full name and nationality
• Mother’s full maiden name and nationality
• Parent’s address.
Witnesses
Costa Rican law requires two witnesses to sign the necessary documents. If you need witnesses, we will be glad to help you with that. If you are traveling with friends they may act as your witnesses, however, immediate family members are not allowed to act as witnesses. Your witnesses will need to supply the following information:
• Full name, no initials
• Date and place of birth
• Current address
• Passport number and nationality
• Marital status
The Bride and Groom will need to bring with them their original passports, two copies of their passports and one copy of their witnesses’ passport. Upon arrival, they will be required to sign a sworn statement that all information provided is correct. After the ceremony, the Bride, Groom and witnesses will sign a marriage certificate which will be filed in Costa Rica, sent to your own country’s embassy and a copy sent to your home address.
