FOR ALL COUPLES

• Must be in possession of an original or certified copy of a birth certificate OR passport
• Both parties must have photo ID (drivers license accepted)
• Groom must know fathers full name.
• Must be a resident of The Bahamas for a minimum of 72 hours.
• Must visit the Registrar General to verify that both individuals have been in The Bahamas for 72 hours before they will be married. Immigration card used by Bahamas Customs will provide verification of stay.

IF DIVORCED

If either or both parties are divorced: He/She must be in possession of original or certified copy of divorce decree (must have seal).

IF NEVER MARRIED

• American citizens must visit a notary public in The Bahamas to verify that they have never been married. This is done at a cost of $30 per person which is not included in the package prices.
• Canadian and other citizens must get a sworn affidavit that they have never been married. They can obtain this in their country or by going to a Bahamas attorney for a fee of up to $30.

REGISTRAR INFORMATION

• Marriage License fee: $100
• The couple must visit the Registrars Office in person to obtain their marriage license.
• You cannot obtain a marriage license the same day you arrive on the island. You MUST be on the island for 72 hours.
• Guests will be advised of transportation available to the Registrars Office during appointment with wedding consultant.

British Colonial Hilton
P.O. Box N-532
Nassau, Bahamas

Phone: (242) 323-0594-7

Hours of Operation: 9:30am  4:30pm (Monday  Friday)

Closed on weekends and Bahamian holidays.