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Turks and Caicos

Turks and Caicos can be summed up as the “Perfect Beach Vacation”. Conde Nast Traveler has consistently named Turks and Caicos as the “Best Tropical Beaches in the World”. Combine these beaches with the secluded nature of the island, and friendly people, and you have the perfect romantic getaway. Destinationweddings.com works with all resorts and wedding coordinators in Turks and Caicos that offer many different wedding packages, including beach weddings. For more information on resorts, wedding coordinators and packages, please speak with your Destination Wedding Specialist.

Documents Needed for Travel

A valid U.S. passport is required for entry.

In most cases the passport must be valid for 6 months after the date of travel. For more specific details on entry regulations, please speak with your Destination Wedding Specialist.

Language

The official language of Turks and Caicos is English.

Beaches

As stated in the overview, Turks and Caicos has been recognized by many sources, including Conde Nast Traveler, as having the best tropical beaches in the world.

Climate

The average temperature is 85-95 from June to October and 80-84 from November to May.

Currency

The official currency of Turks and Caicos is the U.S. Dollar.

Marriage Requirements

Original documentations to be produced in person are:

To obtain a marriage license, you must have the following:
-Passport
-Original Birth Certificate
-Both parties must be in The Turks and Caicos Islands at the time of the application.
Persons wishing to be married in the Turks and Caicos Islands may do so after one day (24 hours).
-Proof of marital status - If single a sworn affidavit is required. If one of the parties is a divorcee, then a Divorce Decree is required, either the original or a notarized copy, sealed by a Court Clerk.
-In the case of a Widow/Widower a Death Certificate of the previous spouse is required. In the case of change of name by Deed Poll or Adoption, then proof is required.
-If either party is unmarried, being a citizen or resident of a country other than the U.S.A., a declaration certifying this fact must be sworn before a Notary Public or other person authorized to administer oaths in that country and must accompany the application for the Marriage License.
-If under the age of 21, then consent of one or both parents or guardian, in the form of an affidavit stamped by the Notary Public.
-The marriage parties must not be within the prohibited degree of relationships to each other. Include a letter stating both parties occupations, marital status, age as of last birthday, present address of residence and fathers full name.
-For church weddings Ministers may require proof of membership.
-The parties must produce evidence of the date of their arrival in The Turks and Caicos Islands.
-No blood test is necessary.
-The fee for the license is $100.00.
*The ceremony can then take place after a period of 2-3 days or at any time after the application has been granted.

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Disclaimer:

Destination Wedding Travel makes every effort to keep the travel information up to date on this website, however, laws do change and so we cannot guarantee that all information regarding rules, regulations, and marriage requirements at particular sites are completely accurate at the time of viewing. Before making marriage decisions on a particular destination, we highly recommend you speak with a DWT travel agent or partner wedding planner to verify rules at a particular destination before finalizing your travel plans.