Getting Legally Married in Aruba: Requirements for US Couples
Legal ceremony availableWhat the law requires
Aruba (part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands) allows foreigners to legally marry. The civil ceremony must take place at the historic city hall in Oranjestad. Required documents: long-form birth certificates (apostilled), valid passports, certificate of no impediment (apostilled, not older than 6 months), and completed Declaration of Marriage Intent and Single Status forms. All documents must be submitted at least one month before the wedding date. Two witnesses aged 18+ required. If divorced, a complete divorce decree is needed.
Do your guests need a visa?
No visa for US passport holders on a typical wedding-length stay in Aruba. Guests just need a passport valid for the travel dates (six months beyond, to be safe).
Marriage laws and document requirements change. Confirm with your planner or the country's consulate before you book.
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