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Weddings in Puerto Rico
- 2. ¡Quevivanlosnovios! That’showwetoastthebrideandgroomontheirspecialdayinPuertoRico. Our cosmopolitan Caribbean island lends a new twist to the phrase “Something Old, Something New”. Puerto Rico is a 520 year old island and whether you envision your destinationweddingasromanticandcharmingoropulentandluxurious,PuertoRicohas everything you could wish for; from our centuries-old forts, intimate antique churches, majestic mountains, blue-green oceans lapping at pristine beaches to five-star resorts with celebrity chefs. You can even get married in a spectacular subterranean cavern or sayyourvowswhileskydiving! Your wedding party has a host of activities to choose from – world-class golf for the groomsmen, pampering spas for the bridesmaids, horseback riding and zip-lining for theyoungatheart, sightseeing,museumsorjustlounging. Few islands in the Caribbean are as accessible – no U.S. passport required for U.S citizens-orasromanticasPuertoRicoforyourspecialdayinparadise. Visit www.seepuertorico.com to begin your happy ever after with the wedding of your dreamsinPuertoRico,theAll-StarIsland!
- 3. Puerto Rico is a stunning backdrop for your once-in-a-lifetime destinationweddingorhoneymoon. This tropical island has a rich history that combines Taino indian, Spanish colonial, African, and American culture. Old San Juan is a small, romantic town of blue cobble- stone streets and brightly painted buildings where you find two of the oldest churches intheAmericas. Throughout the island, you will find architectual gems, centuries-old lighthouses and natural wonders where you can capture your special memories on your wedding day or yourunforgettablehoneymoon. Lettheromancebegin!
- 5. Funthingsforyouandyourweddingpartytodoin PuertoRico • SunsetcruiseoncrystalclearCaribbeanwaters. • NightkayakingonaBioBay. • ElYunqueRainforesthike. • RumtastingatBacardiRumFactory. • FoodieTourinOldSanJuan. • Golftournamentforthegroomsmen. • Spadayforthebridesmaids. • Luxuryshoppingspree. • Oceankayaking,paddleboarding,snorkelingorscuba. • Salsadancingclassesforthebridalparty. • Horsebackridinginthemountains. • Zipliningadventure • Continueyourluckystreakatthecasino...youalreadyhitthejackpot! ToroVerdeZipline
- 7. Readytosay“IDo”? Now that he’s put a ring on it, imagine yourdreamweddinginPuertoRico. Will you be barefoot on the beach or wearing Blahniks in a castle? Do you envisionclassicalmusicinanintimate setting or salsa dancing ‘til dawn for 300? Here’s a sample of the unique destinations and venues Puerto Rico offerswhenit’stimetosay “IDo”... SpanishColonialVenues AntiguoCasinodePuertoRico www.prconvention.com/#planners 787-641-7722 AntiguoCasinodePonce antiguocasinodeponce@yahoo.com 787-259-2240/2242 CasaGonzálezCuyar www.caappr.org 787-439-3528 CasadeEspaña www.casadeespanapr.com 787-722-3611 CastillodeSanCristobal& SanFelipedelMorroForts www.nps.gov/saju 787-729-6777 CastilloSerrallés,Ponce www.castilloserralles.org 787-259-1774 HotelElConvento www.elconvento.com 787-723-9020 LaPrincesa PuertoRicoTourismCompany Lourdes.cartagena@tourism.pr.gov 787-721-2400x2021 HotelElConvento,OldSanJuan HotelElConvento,OldSanJuan
- 14. HowtoArrangeforYourDestinationWeddinginPuertoRico It is easy, and the Puerto Rico Tourism Company can help! If you have all your documentation in order,youcanhaveyourmarriagelicenseinadayortwo. Andthemarriagecertificatewillbeavail- ablewithintendaysoffiling! First, call toll-free 1-800-866-7827 from the United States or Puerto Rico or 1-800-981-7575 from LatinAmericabetween8:00a.m.to12:00midnight,EasternStandardTime. A representative from the Puerto Rico Tourism Company will help you coordinate an appointment with the Demographic Registrar’s Office, the office that issues marriage licenses in Puerto Rico. Boththebrideandthegroommustbepresentatthatappointment. Lighthouse,CaboRojo AtMeetPuertoRico,theisland’sconventionbureau,thereisalso a team of professionals who can help with the wedding event. For more information call 1-800-875-4765 or send an email: info@MeetPuertoRico.com and they will be more than happy to help.
- 15. HotelElConvento,OldSanJuan • MedicalCertificate Each of you must provide a medical certificate that shows you have complied with tests required for marriage in your place of residence. Beawarethatthiscertificationisonlyvalidforten(10)daysfromthedateofissuance.Aftertendays,youwouldhavetogetanewcertificate inordertogetmarried. • ResidencyRequirements There are no residency requirements in order to be married in Puerto Rico but non-residents must submit an affi- davit or sworn statement that the sole purpose of their visit is to get married. Non-U.S. citizens must include in this affida- vit that they will not be staying in Puerto Rico longer than established in the visa or federal entrance permit to US territory. If the affidavit is not written by a lawyer, it must be accompanied by the certificate of the County Clerk of the state to certify that she/he is qualifiedtonotarizedocumentsinyourstateandhavetheembossedseal.Ifitisissuedinaforeigncountry,itmustbeaccompaniedbythe Apostilleseal. • PhotoID TherearenopassportsrequiredforUScitizensinPuertoRico,howeverthe brideandgroomshouldhaveavalidphotoID,whichcan beapassport,state-issuedID,avisa,orgreencard. • BirthCertificate Inordertorecordyourofficialname,besuretobringcopiesofboth birthcertificates. DocumentationRequired BeforeyouarriveinPuertoRico,besuretohaveallthesedocumentswhichyouwillsubmitattheDemographicRegistry.
- 16. • Otherdocuments Ifyouaredivorcedorwidowed,acopyofthecorrespondingofficialdocumentsisnecessary. • InternalRevenueStamp PurchaseanInternalRevenuestampattheDemographicRegistryoffice. Thiswillbeaffixedtothelicensetoauthenticatethedocument. OncetheproperdocumentsaresubmittedattheDemographicRegistryandrevisedforcompliancebytheregistrar,themarriagecertificatewill beissuedandsigned.It’sveryimportantyoubringthelicensetotheweddingceremony! The officiant at the wedding must deliver the certificate, marriage license and all other documents to the Demographic Registry of the municipality where the ceremony took place no more than 10 days after the marriage. Within two weeks of filing, the couple will be issued the marriagecertificate. Keepinmindthataweddingcoordinatorcanmakeallthesearrangements. “Our specialty? Sunset weddings. Puerto Rico has the best sunsets in the world.” DaphneBarbeito WedAffair St.RegisBahiaBeach,RioGrande
- 17. Vieques HowDoIReceiveMyMarriageCertificate? Generally,withintendaysoftheofficianthavingsubmittedallthedocumentsrequired,yourmarriage certificatewillbeavailable. Belowareseveraloptionstogetyourmarriagecertificate. Choosetheonethatiseasiestforyou. 1. Goonlinetowww.pr.govtoorderacopyofyourmarriagecertificate.Lookforthissymbol under Certificados. Instructions are available in English and Spanish. There is a small fee payable withacreditcard. 2. Writeanauthorizationlettergivingpermissiontoanindividual(yourweddingplanner,theofficiant) topickupthemarriagecertificateandmailittoyou.AcopyofbothofyourphotoIDsmustaccompa- nythisletter. 3. Orderyourmarriagecertificatethrough www.vitalchek.com. Thereisafeeforthisservice.
- 19. FrequentlyAskedQuestions • IsiteasytogetmarriedinPuertoRico? Tying the knot in Puerto Rico is now easier than ever! You’ll be issued a marriage license within hours of your visit to the Demographic Registry, the island’s marriage license bureau. After the wedding ceremony you can request acopyofthemarriagecertificateonline. • CanIgetalltheservicesformyweddingthatIcouldgetbackhome? Roselyn Sanchez, Jennifer López and Shania Twain had their big day in Puerto Rico. We have professional wedding planners, outstanding caterers, world-class photographers, great florists and internationally known dressdesigners. Searchweddingwire.comoraSpanishwebsite,bodaclickpr.com. Manyoftheisland’swedding plannershavetheirownwebsites. • CanIbringmyownofficiant? Yes, but a locally licensed officiant must be present as a witness to the wedding ceremony in order for the marriagetobelegalunderPuertoRicolaw. • Arereligiousceremoniesrequired? No,butifyoudecidetohaveone,thenacivilceremonywithajudgeisnotnecessary. • DoIneedtoseeaphysicianwhoisaresidentpracticionerinPuertoRicoforthemedicalcertification? No, as long as you meet the required medical tests for marriage where you reside, you don’t have to see a local physician. However, the certificate you provide is only valid for ten (10) days from issuance and must include the doctor’slicensenumber. • CanIgetmarriedonthebeachinPuertoRico? Yes...By law, all beaches in Puerto Rico are public but if you want to have any kind of set-up with exclusive use of that area, you need a permit from the Department of Natural Resources. Your hotel or wedding planner has the experiencetoobtainthosepermits. Afeeischargedbasedonthesizeoftheevent.ElConquistador,Fajardo