Getting married in Costa Rica, step by step: no residency rule, apostilled documents, Guanacaste resorts, costs, and the full planning timeline.
Costa Rica
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A destination wedding in Costa Rica sits in a different category from the typical Caribbean beach celebration. The country pairs Pacific shoreline with rainforest at one end of a wedding-week itinerary, cloud-forest peaks reaching above 10,000 feet inland, sloths in the canopy, humpback whales offshore, and the country’s signature pura vida (“pure life”) cultural ethos woven through every interaction. Where…
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Getting legally married in Costa Rica is simpler than in many Latin American destinations: no residency required, no blood test, apostilled docs, and a notary public ceremony.
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Find Costa Rica all inclusive wedding resorts offering gorgeous ceremony spaces, tropical views, and stress-free planning.
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There is nothing quite as romantic as having a destination wedding! You get a memorable location in an exotic place, your guests get to enjoy a lovely vacation, and you can combine your honeymoon with your wedding without having to make another trip. Costa Rica is a popular and highly romantic location for destination weddings. If you’re thinking of having…
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If Costa Rica wedding venues aren’t on the list for your dream destination ceremony, you need to add them. The variety of natural habitats in one location is unmatchable. In this tropical climate, you can easily go for a classic beach wedding or venture out to have a jungle or waterfall wedding. In Costa Rica, the sky’s the limit. Here’s…
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Are you trying to stick to a tight budget when planning your dream destination wedding? Don’t worry, many couples are in the same boat! Luckily nowadays, there are so many ways to make your special celebration come to life without breaking the bank. Not only are all-inclusive resorts a great place to start, but many venues offer budget-friendly accommodations and amenities…
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Honeymoons and destination weddings always involve lots of rest and relaxation – and rightfully so! However, sprinkling in a day or two full of excursions and culture will only bring your experience up a notch. We’ve rounded up a few of the best destination wedding and honeymoon excursions based on which destination you’re staying in. Be sure to bring your…
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Couple: Morgan & Tyler Resort & Location: Riu Guanacaste in Costa Rica, Central America Photographer: Brittany and Jeremy Bay (Bay Productions: http://www.brittanybayproductions.com/) The story of how you met/fell in love: Where do I even begin!? I was working in Salt Lake City, Utah, for my previous job. After being single for several months, I wanted to get back into dating.…
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What to Expect When Planning a Costa Rican Beach Wedding Your wedding day should be a dream come true. Infuse a little pura vida (“pure life”—Costa Rica’s famous mantra) into your special day and you’ll have gorgeous memories to last a lifetime! (Not to mention, pictures with naturally stunning backdrops.) Whether you’re looking for tropical beaches to lounge on or…
