Bermuda is the perfect place to say "I do". Exchange your vows on a coral pink sandy beach, from the top of a breathtaking cliff, aboard a sail boat, in an historic church or in a lush, tropical garden. The choice is yours. Stroll hand-in-hand along the water’s edge or drink in a stunning sunset from the deck of a luxury yacht and you’ll soon discover why Bermuda is consistently rated one of the world’s top wedding and honeymoon destinations.
Whether you are planning an intimate wedding party for two or a celebration for 200, Bermuda will feel like your own ceremonial paradise. From horse drawn carriages to sophisticated hotel facilities, all the services of our world famous tourism industry are available and our weather is as friendly and welcoming as our people. To make the wedding of your dreams totally stress free, let a professional wedding planner -- expert in the ways of Bermuda -- make all the arrangements. From booking just the right location and entertainment to organizing flowers, formal wear and photographers. No detail is too to create a memorable Bermuda wedding.
Legal Requirements
To get married in Bermuda the couple must complete and send a “Notice of Intended Marriage” form (including full names and residential addresses) to the Bermuda Registrar General within three months of the intended wedding date. A fee of $300 (plus $30 for the certificate) in the form of a cashier’s cheque or bank draft made payable to the Accountant General, Hamilton, Bermuda, or a credit card payment must accompany the form. Personal cheques are not accepted. “Notice of Intended Marriage” forms available online from the Register General: www.registrygeneral.gov.bm. Copies of final divorce decrees or death certificates must accompany the “Notice of Intended Marriage” form for all persons previously married before wishing to be married in Bermuda.
The Registry staff will publish the “Notice of Intended Marriage” twice in Bermuda newspapers. There is a waiting period of 15 days from the receipt date of the Notice by the Registry before the Registrar General will issue the licence to marry. Provided no formal objection has been raised to the intended marriage, the license will be issued. The license to marry is valid for three months from the date of issue.
Registrar General Address:
Registrar General
Government Administration Building
30 Parliament Street
Hamilton HM 12 Bermuda
Tel: (441) 297-7709 or (441) 297-7707
Fax: (441) 292-4568
Web: www.registrygeneral.gov.bm
Marriage Ceremonies
Marriages are performed by either a registered Marriage Officer of a Church or the Registrar or Assistant Registrar General for civil weddings at the Registry Office. Justices of the Peace are not authorized to perform weddings. Civil marriage ceremonies are conducted in the Registry General from Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Appointments are required.
Whatever your faith or denomination, Bermuda can accommodate your wedding wishes. Local wedding planners can organize the right church and minister to meet your needs. There are no rabbis in residence on the island but a wedding consultant can arrange the necessary paperwork for your rabbi to perform your ceremony.
It is possible for non-resident Roman Catholics to be married in certain Catholic Churches in Bermuda. Consult "Requirements for Non-resident Marriages" on the website of the Roman Catholic Church in Bermuda (www.dobcc.bm) for specific requirements. For further information, contact the Roman Catholic Chancery Office at (441) 232-4414.
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Elbow Beach Hotel Wedding Receptions
Elbow Beach, Bermuda, now a 98 room intimate luxury resort, is the perfect location for an unforgettable Bermuda wedding and honeymoon. Stunning locations for ceremonies and receptions are spread amongst 50 acres of tropical gardens and include the beach, Ocean Terrace and Alamanda Gardens. Our dedicated Conference Services Team will ensure that your day is memorable…you won’t have to worry about a thing. Enjoy a romantic honeymoon at our blissful resort, with beautifully refurbished guestrooms, a relaxing beach, a variety of dining options and a holistic Mandarin Oriental spa with couple’s suites, ideal for honeymooners.
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Fairmont Hamilton Princess Weddings & Honeymoons
It’s not everyday someone offers a destination wedding in breathtaking Bermuda and agrees to pick up the tab too! That’s the tantalizing offer being dangled right now in a Fairmont Hamilton Princess contest. To participate couples must submit an essay no longer than 500 words. The submission should answer the question: “What getting married in Bermuda means to me?” The entry deadline is May 31, 2010; the winning couple will be notified by June 15. The wedding must take place this year at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. |
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Fairmont Southampton Resort for the Perfect Wedding
Celebrate the most important day of your life in style, at The Fairmont Southampton. Your perfect Bermuda wedding and honeymoon is waiting for you. We can help plan your perfect day with the most picturesque locations and full service to let us do every thing for you. Call Peter Frith at 441-239-6990. |
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Bermuda Train Company
The Bermuda Train Company offers unique 60-minute narrative trolley tours of Hamilton and Dockyard in a clean and comfortable setting. The Hamilton tour highlights all aspects of the City of Hamilton. It includes City Hall, House of Parliament, the Bermuda Cathedral, the renowned Birdcage, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Botanical Gardens and much more. |
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Bridal Suite, The
In the ever booming spirit of the "Destination Wedding" craze, The Bridal Suite, a family business, stands as Bermuda's Premier Wedding Specialist artistically designing and photographing Bermuda weddings & vow renewals since 1989. Assisting clientele from all over the globe to make their wedding day a truly unique, romantic and unprecedented experience. Arranging and overseeing a wedding can be a daunting task, time consuming, detail orientated with endless follow ups. Working with an inspired wedding professional such as The Bridal Suite is one detail you will be happy you didn't ignore and the best decision you can make. The Bridal Suite is proud to announce we have been selected by the Bermuda Department of Tourism to oversee all facets of the execution of "Bermuda's Perfect 10" wedding contest, which will take place on 10/10/10. |
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Flowers by GiMi
Flowers by GiMi is a premium floral design and customized gift boutique located in Pembroke. Our primary objective is to support the tourism and corporate industries, providing exquiste and innovative floral designs and gift packages for convention groups, local events and our client base in Bermuda and overseas. With our attention to detail, tailored with care to our customer's needs, we will strive to not just anticipate, but also exceed our customer's expectations. Flowers by GiMi appeals to the discerning customer, who requires the optimum in luxurious style, creativity and service. Welcome to the world of GiMi! |
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Sail Bermuda Yacht Charters
Imagine charter sailing and snorkeling in Bermuda…The turquoise blue depths, the sun’s reflection dancing on the surface and a Bermuda wind cooling your face and filling the sails. In your hand rests the perfect Bermuda rum swizzle, begging to be sipped again, and again. Tension relents as the stress of life is carried off by the wind. Overhead, Bermuda Longtails soar and swoop, chasing each other on invisible currents. You find yourself wondering, “Am I really charter sailing and snorkeling in Bermuda? Is this only a dream?” |
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Spellbound Charters
Mark Twain was once quoted as saying Bermuda is the closest place to "Heaven on Earth." One of the many wonders of Bermuda is her secluded islands, nestled in calm waters that behold the tropical beauty of nature - offering spectacular cruising grounds and creating entertainment opportunities, second to none in the world. |
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Sweet Dreams - Wedding & Event Planning
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Tony Bari
Tony Bari is a gifted pianist from Boston, Massachusetts. Tony has worked in Las Vegas, New York and Miami before traveling the world as a musical director for various cruise lines and then settling in Bermuda over 25 years ago. |
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Venetian
Our newest dining experience takes you away from it all aboard the Venetian, Bermuda's finest luxury, fully self-contained 100-ft. yacht. Whether it is an intimate weekend getaway or a business breakfast or cocktails, come aboard! Join us aboard Venetian for lunch, dinner, Board Meeting, or formal dining for up to 28 people, and for cocktails of up to 50. The Venetian is equipped with state of the art satellite and cellular communication systems for those that need to be "in touch". Your stay with us will be remembered and treasured forever. |