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Call or WhatsApp 1-(242)-395-8495 to Save 7+ hours of Vacation Time with Our Marriage License Application Service. 99.7% Success Rate, with Expert Guidance Through Every Step of the Legal Process. Serving Nassau, Paradise Island, and Bahamas Since 2001
"Will our marriage actually be legal?"
This is what nearly every couple asks when planning a Bahamas wedding. Our islands offer gorgeous beaches and perfect weather, but the government paperwork process can be a real headache if you try to handle it yourself.
I've been a licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer for over 20 years and have helped more than 2,000 couples get legally married here. My Priority Bahamas Marriage License Application Service takes the hassle out of the process and saves you precious vacation time.
Our tracking shows clients save around 7.3 hours of their trip time and run into 94% fewer paperwork problems compared to couples who go it alone.
The Legal Requirements for a Bahamas Marriage License
Getting a legal marriage license here means dealing with specific paperwork:
Required Documentation
All couples must bring:
- Valid passports with at least 6 months before they expire
- Birth certificates with raised seals (or certified copies)
- Tourist card or immigration stamp showing when you arrived
- Hotel confirmation or similar proof of where you're staying
If you've been married before, you'll also need:
- Divorce decree with court seal
- Death certificate if your former spouse passed away
- Name change documents if your name has changed
Residency Requirement
Bahamian law says both of you must be physically in the Bahamas for at least 24 hours before applying. No exceptions to this rule - it catches many couples by surprise.
Application Timing
Regular marriage licenses take 24-48 hours to process after you apply. Express licenses cost extra but still require navigating the government offices.

The Standard Bahamas Marriage
License Application Process
Without assistance, here's what couples typically experience:
- Arrival in Nassau (must be at least 24 hours before application)
- Locate the Registrar General's Office on the corner of Shirley & Parliament Streets in downtown Nassau
- Find transportation to and from downtown during business hours (typically a $30-45 taxi each way)
- Wait in multiple lines at the government office (often 2-3+ hours during cruise ship days)
- Complete paperwork with potential for errors that cause delays
- Pay government fees at a separate cashier window in the Public Treasury
- Return to collect the license on a different day (usually after 12pm)
- Additional travel back to downtown Nassau
This process frequently consumes 1-2 full days of your precious vacation time and creates significant stress, especially when unexpected documentation issues arise. Based on surveys of our clients, 72% reported feeling "extremely stressed" when attempting to navigate this process on their own.

How Our Priority Bahamas Marriage
License Application Service Works
Our service transforms this potentially stressful experience into a seamless process, with a remarkable 99.7% success rate for same-day or next-day license issuance:
1. Pre-Trip Documentation Review
- Personal consultation to review all your documents before you travel
- Digital pre-verification of documentation to identify potential issues
- Expert guidance on obtaining any missing requirements
- Completion of your Application for Bahamas Marriage License form in advance
2. VIP Application Processing
- Meeting with our representative at your hotel at a time convenient for you
- Transportation provided to and from government offices via private car
- Personal escort through all application procedures in the Registrar's Department
- Professional handling of all paperwork completion
- Expedited processing through established government relationships
- Return transportation to your hotel or activity
3. License Delivery
- Your Bahamas Marriage License delivered directly to you or your wedding venue
- Digital backup copy provided for your records
- Confirmation with your wedding officiant
- Post-wedding guidance on obtaining certified marriage certificates and apostilles

Common Challenges Our Service Solves
After helping hundreds of couples, we've encountered and solved nearly every possible complication:
Documentation Issues
Problem: Many couples arrive with incorrect documentation, particularly around divorce decrees or name changes.
Our Solution: Our pre-trip verification process identifies these issues before you travel, giving you time to obtain the correct documents.
Language Barriers
Problem: Government officials speak English but use specific legal terminology that international couples find confusing.
Our Solution: Our representatives manage all communication, ensuring nothing is misunderstood or incorrectly processed.
Unexpected Delays
Problem: Government office closures, staff shortages, or system issues can cause unexpected delays.
Our Solution: Our established relationships with the Registrar General's Office allow us to navigate these challenges and secure priority processing.
Time Constraints
Problem: Standard processing takes 24-48 hours, which can be problematic for short stays.
Our Solution: We secure same-day or next-morning processing whenever possible, optimizing your valuable vacation time.

Priority Bahamas Marriage License Application Package
Our comprehensive service includes:
- Pre-travel consultation and documentation review
- Hotel pickup and return transportation from any property in New Providence
- Personal escort throughout the entire application process
- Completion of all required forms with expert accuracy
- Payment of government fees on your behalf (reimbursed)
- Priority processing whenever available (87% of our clients receive same-day service)
- Direct delivery of completed license to your Cable Beach, Paradise Island, or Downtown Nassau location
- Digital backup of all documentation
- Marriage certificate application guidance after your ceremony, including BDM apostille processing
Our service reduces the average time spent on the marriage license process from 9.5 hours to just 1 hour of your vacation time.
Priority Bahamas Marriage License Application Service
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Your wedding should be fun, not stressful. Our Priority Bahamas Marriage License Application Service handles all the legal stuff quickly so you can focus on enjoying your beach wedding.
I've spent over 20 years figuring out the Bahamian marriage requirements and procedures so you don't have to. We've streamlined everything for hundreds of couples.
Since 2001, we've had a perfect 100% success rate getting valid Bahamas marriage licenses for our clients. No rejections due to paperwork errors. We know the Registry inside out, which helps us avoid the roadblocks that trip up couples who try this on their own.
Want to make sure your Bahamas marriage is legally solid? Complete the form below and let us help you today!
What Clients Say About Our Service
A Simplified Approach to Acquiring a Marriage License in The Bahamas
Sarah & James | Married at Atlantis Paradise Island "We had no idea how complicated the marriage license process would be. Glenn's service saved us an entire day of our honeymoon and prevented what would have been a documentation disaster with my divorce papers."
Alicia & Thomas | Married at The Ocean Club "The convenience of having someone meet us at our hotel, handle the transportation, and manage all the paperwork was worth every penny. Instead of spending a day in government offices, we were on the beach!"
Frequently Asked Questions
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1. How long does the Bahamas marriage license application take?
- Regular processing takes 24-48 hours after applying. With our service, 87% of our clients get same-day processing, and the rest get next-morning completion. The actual appointment takes 1 hour with us, compared to 3-5 hours doing it yourself.
2. What documents do I need for a Bahamas marriage license?
- You'll need valid passports, birth certificates with raised seals, and proof you're in the Bahamas. If previously married, bring divorce papers or death certificates of former spouses. We'll review all your documents before your trip - we've caught problems for 34% of couples early enough to fix them.
3. Can we apply for a Bahamas marriage license online?
- While the Bahamas government requires both of you to show up in person at the Registry with your physical documents after being in the Bahamas at least 24 hours before applying. Our Priority Bahamas Marriage License Application service makes this easier, with online Bahamas Marriage application completion, hotel pickup, and using our proprietary service to speed things up.
4. How much does a Bahamas marriage license cost?
- The government fee is $120 for standard processing (1-2 days). Our priority application service fee is separate from these government fees and includes transportation, representation, document preparation, and delivery.
5. Do we both need to be present to apply for a Bahamas marriage license?
- Yes, Bahamian law requires both parties to appear in person at the Registrar General's Office. With our service, we arrange this appointment at your convenience, provide transportation, and minimize the time required.
6. Is a Bahamas marriage license valid worldwide?
- Yes, marriages performed in the Bahamas are legally recognized internationally. We provide guidance on apostille services if you need certified marriage certificates for legal purposes in your home country.
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Wondering, How do I get a copy of my marriage certificate from The Bahamas? Well, our Priority Bahamas Marriage License Search service can help you find your marriage records in The Bahamas and get a copy of your marriage certificate from The Bahamas in 2 Easy Steps...
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Complete the Bahamas Marriage Certificate Application form below and we will search The Bahamas Marriage Records for your marriage in The Bahamas. And once you have been legally married in The Bahamas and your marriage is registered then we will get you a certified copy of your Bahamas Marriage Certificate within 5 business days.
How to apply for marriage license in Bahamas?
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If you want to apply for a marriage license in the Bahamas, you'll need to follow these steps:
- Check the Bahamas Marriage license eligibility requirements: Both parties must be over the age of 18, and not already married to another person which is proven by an Affidavit of Singlehood.
- Gather required documentation: Both parties must present a valid passport or government-issued ID. If either of you has been previously married, you must provide proof of the termination of that marriage (e.g. a divorce decree or death certificate).
- Complete the Bahamas Marriage License application form: The Bahamas marriage license application form can be obtained from the Registrar General's Department or from a licensed wedding planner in the Bahamas. Our Priority Bahamas Marriage License service can help with marriage license Bahamas online
- Submit the Bahamas Marriage License application: Submit the completed application form, along with the required documentation, to the Registrar General's Department or to a licensed wedding planner.
- Wait for approval: The processing time for a marriage license in the Bahamas can take up to 24 hours. If everything is in order, the license will be approved and issued. Our Priority services can help you to get your license within one hour.
- Get married: Your Bahamas marriage license is valid for three months from the date of issue, during which time you must get married by a licensed marriage officer in the Bahamas. Glenn is a licensed marriage officer in the Bahamas and is able to help you with your wedding ceremony.
Requirements and procedures may be subject to change, so it's always best to Call or WhatsApp 1-(242)-395-8495 to check with Glenn Ferguson, a licensed marriage officer (Bahamas) and wedding planner to confirm the most up-to-date information.
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Couples sharing about their Bahamas elopement experience and the ease of getting their Bahamas Marriage License with Glenn's Priority Bahamas Marriage License Application Service.

The perfect Bahamas Elopement! Glenn's service was amazing from start to finish. We decided about one week before we went on our vacation that we wanted to elope in the Bahamas. Glenn had no problem with our last-minute decision, and made it happen. We chose the 'Island Nuptial Romance Bahamas Wedding Package', which was perfect. Glenn handles everything from the paperwork and transportation to obtaining the marriage license to officiating the wedding. The photographer that the package includes is excellent as well. If you are thinking about eloping in paradise, Bahamas Elopement Packages is the best way to do it. Thank you Glenn and team for creating an amazing experience/memory my wife and I will never forget.


We were so fortunate to have Glenn planning and officiating our wedding - he and his team looked after every aspect of our big day, and responded to all of our queries and concerns promptly. He took any stress out of the planning, and took care of organising everything from the marriage license application to delivering copies of our marriage certificate. His photographer and drivers were excellent and so professional, we feel so lucky to have made the right choice for our wedding - the perfect Bahamas elopement. Thank you Glenn!


I cannot say enough about how satisfied my wife and I are with Bahamas Elopement Packages! Glenn Ferguson was wonderful throughout the entire process! He helped us easily navigate the bureaucracy of obtaining a marriage license even bringing us to the office in his car. Tonny, Glenn's assistant picked us up for the ceremony in a beautiful car and whisked us to Nuptial Beach. Glenn orchestrated a beautiful ceremony for just the two of us. Everything from the flowers to the photography was carefully thought out and well executed. The caring and warmth that Glenn puts into his ceremony went far beyond what we expected. He's cheerful, and pleasant, and his wonderful sense of humor all comes through. This is a man who loves his work and it shows!

With the expert guidance of Glenn Ferguson, a licensed Bahamas wedding officiant and certified planner, you can easily navigate the Bahamas marriage license application process. Glenn will provide comprehensive insights on necessary documents, procedures, and related fees and help you simplify your path to a spectacular Bahamas wedding, ensuring a smooth and effortless journey from application to ceremony. Call or WhatsApp 1-(242)-395-8495 Today!
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