The beautiful setting of Manuel Antonio is the perfect backdrop to your romantic ceremony.  We have many ceremonies at the house, on the beach, in the rain-forest, or even on a sunset cruise.

Advance Information Requirements
Like most foreign countries, there is some paperwork needed in order to legally get married here.  You should contact a lawyer to handle everything required to make your marriage legal in Costa Rica and your home country. You will need to provide the following documents at least one month in advance of your arrival to ensure a smooth and stress-free wedding day.

• Full name of both Bride and Groom, first, middle and last. No initials will be accepted.
• Passport numbers and nationality
• Birth dates
• Place of birth
• Foreign address
• Occupation/Profession
• Marital status
  If divorced you need to provide a copy of the divorce decree; 
  If the bride has been divorced for less than 12 months, she must present a negative pregnancy test to a Costa Rican consulate office)
• Father’s full name and nationality
• Mother’s full maiden name and nationality
• Parent’s address

Witnesses
You will need two witnesses to sign the necessary documents. Immediate family members are not allowed to act as witnesses.
Your witnesses needs to supply the following information:

• Full name, no initials
• Date and place of birth
• Current address
• Passport number and nationality
• Marital status

Documentation
The bride and groom need to bring their original passports, two copies of their passports, and one copy of their witnesses’ passport.
Upon arrival, they are required to sign a sworn statement that all information provided is correct.
After the ceremony, the bride, groom, and witnesses sign a marriage certificate.
The certificate is filed in Costa Rica and your country’s embassy, and a copy is sent to your home town.

NOTE:  The above information is provided as a general guide to weddings in Costa Rica.
              You should contact the proper authorities to discuss the particulars of your wedding.