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Cozumel Wedding Requirements

Marriage Requirements for U.S. Citizens Wedding in Cozumel

By , About.com Guide

If you are planning to marry in Cozumel, you will need to meet the following wedding requirements before your destination wedding can commence:

Required Documents

Each individual must present the following 72 hours in advance:
  • Original passport or birth certificate with apostille (annotation) from Secretary of State where the certificate is registered. Birth certificate must be accompanied with a valid government-issued photo ID with matching name.
  • Copy of tourist card.
  • Medical certificate (blood test) issued within 20 days of the wedding date. It is recommended that the blood test be taken in Mexico, where the medical certificate can be obtained in one day. If taken in the United States, verification of the tests will need to be obtained by a Mexican doctor.

    Witnesses

    Four witnesses, above the age of 18, are required.
  • Mexican nationals need a copy of their official I.D.
  • American citizens need a copy of their tourist card and I.D.

    Minimum Stay Requirements

    There are no minimum stay requirements for couples getting married in Cozumel.

    Cost

    Couple is required to pay $350 for a marriage license and judge’s services.

    Destination Wedding Packages

    Many Cozumel hotels organize weddings on their properties. See Cozumel Destination Wedding Packages.

    Wedding Coordinators

    Other resources include:

  • Mayaland Weddings
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