All paperwork is initiated by "Weddings in Jamaica" prior to arrival in Jamaica. Any wedding that we coordinate is legally recognized by the United States, its territories, the United Kingdom and Canada.

Documents Required:

1. Proof of citizenship - Notarized copy of birth certificate, which includes father's name.
2. Proof of divorce (if applicable) - Notarized copy or original Certificate of Divorce.
3. Notarized copy of Death Certificate in the case of widow/widower.
4. Notarized copy of Adoption papers reflecting name change.
5. Legal translation of documents to English where originals are in another language.

Blood Test: None required

Processing of Documents:

1. All documents must be sent to "Weddings in Jamaica" at least Sixty(60) days prior to the wedding date.
2. The marriage officer will give a copy of the Marriage Certificate to the bridal couple upon conclusion of the ceremony.
3. Two(2) certified copies of the Marriage Certificate will be sent to the bridal couple by resort. Each resort varies as to the time for mailing of these certificates.

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