Anguilla Wedding Destination Guide

Country Overview

Anguilla, British West Indies - the island that is 'tranquility, wrapped in blue' - chosen by visionaries as the destination of choice for luxurious, five-star resorts; and by all visitors for the pervasive quality found in each level of accommodations.

Anguilla's couples seeking a special, romantic getaway find a small island, gifted with 33 of the best beaches in the Caribbean - some say the world! Tying the knot on Anguilla is as easy, relaxed and romantic as the island itself. You can marry on a cay, on a boat, at sunset, in a church, on a beach, in a restaurant or on the grounds of a luxurious resort, your own private villa, or a picturesque Caribbean hideaway hotel.{Credit: Anguilla Tourist Board}

Entry Requirements
Passports required by all nationals. Return ticket necessary.
Visas are required for certain countries. Immigration office - (264) 497-2451. Return or onward ticket necessary.

Tourism Offices
The Tourism Offices can often help provide specific details about wedding planning in Anguilla.

Anguilla Tourist Board Coronation Avenue Anguilla
Tel: 264 497 2759 Fax: 264 497 2710
Email: atbtour@anguillanet.com Web: www.anguilla-vacation.com

Anguilla Marriage Requirements

The information below outlines the marriage requirements for getting married in Anguilla.Visitors from America, Europe and any country that are allowed entry without special permission are invited to come to Anguilla for their wedding and only need be in the country for two working days before the ceremony.

Documents required for a "special" marriage license are:

• proof of citizenship such as a valid passport or birth certificate and driver's license with photo.proof of divorce or death certificate is required.

If one partner resides in Anguilla for at least fifteen days before the date of marriage, the cost of the license is US$40. If the stay is shorter, then the cost of the license is $284 stamp duty. Two witnesses are required.

Registrars Offices

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

Registrar of Births, Deaths, and Marriages, Judicial Department, The Valley, Anguilla,
Tel. 264 497-2377

Anguilla Destination Wedding Quick Facts

The information below gives you those essential facts and figures that can make or break your dream trip. Don't forget to pack your travel adaptors!

General Information:
National Flag :

Anguilla Flag

Capital City:The Valley
Population: 11,147
Language:English
Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar. US Dollar
Electricity:110 volts
Gratuity : 10% Gratuity, 10% Gov't Tax
Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time: GMT - 4 hours

Travel & Transportation:
Airports: Wallblake Airport
Ferries:
To St Martin; leaves Anguilla every 30 minutes from 7:30am.
To St Barts: leaves Anguilla 3 times per day.

Departure Taxes:
At airport: US$10.00.
At ferry: US$2.00

Anguilla Wedding Destination Maps
Location and Country Maps

The map below shows the location of Anguilla within the Caribbean.


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