Your Guide to Getting Married Abroad
Do you dream of exchanging your vows with your partner at dusk, overlooking a beautiful Mediterranean vineyard surrounded by only your very closest friends and family? Or perhaps your ideal day is just the two of you getting wed in a Las Vegas chapel by an Elvis impersonator? Whatever your style may be, tying the knot abroad could help you make those dreams a reality.
With a destination wedding, you can organise a beautiful outdoor wedding without the fear of typical British weather intervening, honour your heritage, or simply incorporate an unforgettable holiday into your celebrations. Getting married abroad also means that there’s going to be less pressure to invite every third cousin and friend of your parents’. This means you can feel better if you prefer a more intimate celebration, or even an elopement. Largely because of this, on average, destination weddings are more affordable than tying the knot at home.
However, planning an overseas wedding does require extra work, as all of your vendors are far away, making communication and ensuring you get what you’ve envisioned harder. Visiting your destination beforehand or hiring a local wedding planner can ease all of this considerably. Many hotels also offer wedding packages, some of which even come with a dedicated wedding planner, making everything much simpler for you and your partner.
Make sure you get all of the necessary paperwork in order to make sure your marriage is legally recognised. You should also ensure that your international payments are done safely and with affordable service fees.
All in all, despite the challenges involved, destination weddings are a great way to make your big day unique and memorable, while potentially saving some serious cash. Feeling inspired? We’ve got a handy guide to share with you by the Money Matters team at Sainsbury’s Bank that’ll get you started on the road to planning your big day abroad.
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