How soon can we marry after arrival?

After 24 hours in The Bahamas, you can apply for and receive your license—often the same day—then proceed to your ceremony based on office hours and schedule.

Can cruise passengers get married in The Bahamas?

Yes. Your license and ceremony can be scheduled around your port time. Dedicated Cruise Wedding Packages are available in Nassau & Paradise Island.

Can You Get Married in The Bahamas?

Q: Is a Bahamas marriage legal in my home country?

Yes. Once your ceremony is officiated by a licensed Marriage Officer and registered with the Registrar General, your marriage is legally recognized internationally. Apostille service available.

Q: What documents do we need?

Passports and immigration cards for both parties; certified divorce decree or death certificate if previously married; parental consent if under 18. No blood tests required.

Yes—and I handle everything for you from license to apostille, start to finish.

By Glenn S. Ferguson • November 5, 2025 • Updated November 5, 2025

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Bahamas marriage license concierge with Glenn on a beach wedding day

Absolutely—You can get legally married in The Bahamas, and it’s simpler here than almost anywhere else. I’m a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer and WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner based in Nassau, and my team and I manage the entire process so you don’t worry about paperwork or timing.

My Start-to-Finish Service (How I Handle Everything for You)

Quick Discovery & Planning Call. We confirm your date, island, vision, and port/flight times. Book a consult: Contact or Ask Glenn.

Document Prep & License Checklist. I send you a simple checklist and pre-verify documents. Learn more: Marriage License in The Bahamas • Bahamas Marriage License Guide.

Priority Marriage License Concierge. After your 24-hour presence, I personally guide you to the Registrar General’s Office, prepare your forms, and fast-track your same-day license where possible. Priority options: Priority Application • License Priority.

Venue & Setup. From private beaches to luxury resorts, I handle permits, décor, florals, and photography. See Weddings in The Bahamas and Wedding Venues.

Legal Ceremony Officiated by Me. I’m your officiant, provide witnesses if needed, and ensure your ceremony is compliant and beautiful. Explore Elopement Packages or Wedding Packages.

Immediate Filing. Right after the ceremony, I file your documents so your marriage is registered without delay.

Certified Marriage Certificate. I arrange your certified copy—then manage apostille if you need it for use abroad. Start here: Get a firm quote • Apostille Service.

Apostille & Courier Options. Expedited handling and secure delivery available. See Bahamas Apostille Service.

Aftercare & Extras. Need extra copies later? I retrieve and ship them. Lost certificate? Start at Certified Copy Application.

What Type of Bahamas Wedding Are You Planning?

Cruise Passenger

24-hour presence rule still applies (arrive day before or pre-arrive).
License and ceremony timed to port stop.
Transport and witnesses included.

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Fly-In / Resort Stay

License after 24 hours in Nassau/Paradise Island.
Villa, beach, or resort venue options.
Apostille and courier add-ons.

See Wedding Packages →

Transparent Pricing (Most Popular)

Elopement from $1,495 — License concierge, officiant, witnesses, simple setup. Details
Cruise Wedding — Timed to port, transport, license assistance, officiant. Details
Villa/Resort Wedding — Décor, florals, photography, apostille add-ons. See packages

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Country-Specific Answers

🇺🇸 Can US citizens get married in The Bahamas?

Yes—no residency required. Arrive 24 hours before applying; I guide you through the license, officiate, and file. Apostille available for US use.

🇬🇧 Can UK citizens get married in The Bahamas?

Yes—bring passports and immigration cards. I can have your certificate apostilled for UK use; many couples leave with documents in 1–2 days.

🇨🇦 What about Canadians?

Same process. I’ll advise on any province-specific needs and provide apostille/legalization guidance.

Happy couple after their Bahamas wedding — — Kim & Sam, Australia

FAQ

Is a Bahamas marriage legal in my home country?

Yes. When I officiate and register your wedding, your marriage is legally recognized internationally. Need an apostille? I arrange it for you.

How fast can we marry after we arrive?

After you’ve been in The Bahamas for 24 hours, I guide you through the license and we can usually marry the same or next day—depending on office hours and your schedule.

Can cruise passengers get married?

Yes. I time your license and ceremony to your port call. Start with Cruise Wedding Packages.

What documents do we need?

Passports and immigration cards; certified divorce decree or death certificate if previously married; parental consent if under 18. No blood tests required. See the Marriage License Guide.

Glenn S. Ferguson — Bahamas Marriage Officer

About Glenn S. Ferguson

I’m a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer & WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner in Nassau. For 24+ years, I’ve helped couples from the US, Canada, the UK & beyond marry in The Bahamas—from license to apostille—with zero stress.

Talk to me: +1 (242) 395-8495 • Book Officiant • Contact