Getting Married in Curacao

The island of Curacao is the perfect place to tie your nuptial knots. Majority of couples believe that it is one of the most romantic destinations to get married at. The picturesque beaches, elegant beach resorts or hotels and divine churches are some of the venues where you can say “I Do” to your beloved. The memories of your wonderful wedding will always be cherished by you for the rest of your life.

There are certain legalities to be fulfilled before having a legal and binding marriage in Curacao. The following are the guidelines to be followed if you want to tie wedding knots in the island.

The bride and the groom must be living outside the Netherlands Antilles.

At least two months prior to the planned date of wedding, you must notify in writing from abroad that you wish to be married supported by all the corresponding original documents. 

You will be notified within two weeks after the Register Office has received and checked your documents, if everything is in order, date and time of your marriage. If the documents or not complete or more documents are required, you will be informed about it as well.

The legal 10-day period between the notification of your wedding and the performing of it, is effective two weeks after all the documents have arrived at the Register Office. All documents must by that time have been approved by the Register Office.

In order to identify the bridal couple it is important that you report to the Register Office 3 days at the latest before your get married. You can then also make the acquaintance of the official of the Register Office.

Your have to hand in the following original documents together with your notice of marriage, or you must have these documents with you when you are on the island:

a) Birth Certificate (not older than 6 months)

b) Valid passport

c) Evidence that you are single (not older than 6 months)

d) Evidence that you’re a divorcee or a widow/widower (not older than 6 months)

e) You may be asked for more documents, this depends on your personal circumstances. 

The following countries, namely, Aruba, Italy, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Portugal, Germany, Turkey, France, Switzerland, The Netherlands and Netherlands Antilles are exempted from authentication.

The wedding package costs between NAFL 350 and NAFL 750 depending on what you make of it. The marriage certificate is charged separately and costs NAFL 32.50.

The registrar's office should be contacted for specific rules regarding planning your destination or beach wedding in Curacao. They will also provide information regarding marriage licenses and marriage certificates.

Address of Register Office of Curacao

Burgerlijke Stand Bevolkingsregister en Verkiezingen (BSB&V)

A.M. Churnanceiro Boulevard 13, Willemstad, Curacao

Tel: 5999 461 1844

Fax: 5999 461 8166

Email: info.bsbv@curacao-gov.an