To say “yes” in a Polynesia wedding ceremony is to have an elegant and unique wedding experience that will create memories to last a lifetime. With stunning white sand beaches, fresh tropical cuisine, so many romantic activities for couples, and rich island culture, The Islands of Tahiti offers the best destination weddings in the world. 

Where you tie the knot matters. It’s one of the most special days of your life and one you want to remember forever. And whether your dream wedding is an intimate sunset ceremony on a private beach or a grand wedding party at an island resort with friends and family The Islands of Tahiti is the perfect place to celebrate your love. 

Planning an island wedding in The Islands of Tahiti is a breeze. In Bora Bora, Moorea and Tahiti there are many beach wedding venues that include everything from the cake and flowers to photos and decorations. And while there are some official documents that are required, the opportunity to have a wedding on your own private island or at a beach resort with overwater bungalows is worth its weight in gold. 

• In order to have an island wedding in The Islands of Tahiti both parties must be at least 18 years of age to be married. The law requires that neither party can currently be married nor can they be directly related. Each spouse should be physically present for the marriage and must exchange  vows in front of a witness who is 18 years or older.
• It’s important to note that all wedding and elopement ceremonies are performed in French. If the couple isn’t fluent in French they can choose an interpreter to be present to translate all questions in the ceremony. Ceremonies for French nationals or residents of a French territory are not permitted. Once all the rules have been followed the couple can choose which commune they wish to be married in and submit two sets of dates. Note that in French Polynesia you can’t get married or elope on a Sunday or a national holiday.

Required Documents

• The “Marriage of Foreign Citizens in French Polynesia” application must be completed.
• A letter signed and dated by both future spouses, addressed to the mayor of the commune chosen for the marriage ceremony.
• A copy of both spouses’ passports is required for proof of identity
• A certified copy of both spouses’ birth certificates authenticated with an “Apostille” (note: the birth certificates must have been issued less than 6 months prior to the date of the marriage). Both of the birth certificates and the “Apostille” must be translated into French by an approved translator and legalized by the French Consulate. Translators can be found on the consulate’s website.
• A “Certificate of Non-Marital Status” (“Certificat de Celibat”) signed by a lawyer, translated into French and legalized by the French Consulate. Lawyers can be found on the consulate’s website.
• Proof of residency for both of the future spouses (a utility bill or any bill noting names and physical address will suffice). A photocopy of bills for both spouses is acceptable.
• Optional, if a prenuptial agreement has been created, it must be translated into French and authenticated by the French Consulate.