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Cayman Islands Marriage License Requirements

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Cayman Islands Marriage License Laws:

  • Couples, including those arriving by cruise ship, can marry the same day they arrive in the Cayman Islands provided they have a non-resident’s marriage license granted by the Governor and two witnesses present at the ceremony
  • When the Governor is satisfied with application, a special license will be issued and provided to the officiate
  • Other than the special license, marriage can take place on the authority of a certificate issued by a civil registrar
  • Cayman Islands Marriage License Fee:

  • Non-residents must obtain a marriage license from the Deputy Chief Secretary’s Office at a cost of US $200
  • Identification Needed for a Cayman Islands Marriage License :

  • Passport or an original birth certificate with photo ID
  • Proof of citizenship and age (18 minimum without parental consent)
  • Cayman Islands Immigration Department pink entry slips or Cayman Islands international embarkation/disembarkation card for cruise passengers
  • Certified or original copies of divorce decree or death certificate
  • Letter from the authorized Marriage Officer (officiant)
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