Getting Legally Married in Cozumel: Requirements for US Couples
Legal ceremony availableWhat the law requires
Same federal requirements as the rest of Mexico: civil ceremony performed by a Cozumel judge, apostilled and Spanish-translated birth certificates, valid passports, blood test done on the island within 14 days of the ceremony, and four witnesses with valid ID. Quintana Roo state paperwork is handled locally; the island's small size means the same handful of planners manage most legal coordination. Symbolic beach ceremonies with a prior civil registration are very common.
Do your guests need a visa?
No visa for US passport holders on a typical wedding-length stay in Mexico. 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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