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Yep! Jamaica is fast becoming a hotbed for international travelers to exchange their wedding vows- one of the most, (if not the most) special moment in their life. According to the Registrar's General Department (RGD) website, So what is accounting for the increase in this trend? One reason may be the relative ease in getting appropriate documentation. This is quite contrary to other areas of business and commerce where there tend to be a lot of bureaucratic red tape. Visitors can be married in just 24 hours after arrival on the island-WOW! Yes, providing prior application has been made for a marriage license-! Of course the warm tropical climate, the food, the beautiful plants and flowers, and the warmth and sincerity of the people does make it difficult for our visitors to choose otherwise. So while many still prefer the traditional setting, more and more visitors are trending towards the 'beach wedding' setting. Whatever your taste though, most hotels provide the complete package- including the aquisition a marriage officer. There are also many non-denominational marriage officers who provide witnesses as well. The following is what you need to know or provide:
Michelle, however, a friend of mine from Ocho Rios, operates an established wedding planning business here [The Wedding Planner Plus] that can come in quite helpful and economical to you. She and her husband have been in the business since the 1990's and will be more than happy to assist you with your marriage in Jamaica. Her business takes care of all your local requirements to ensure you have a magical wedding! These include:
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