Getting Legally Married in Grand Cayman: Requirements for US Couples
Legal ceremony availableWhat the law requires
Visitors marry under a Special Marriage Licence (about CI$200 / US$250) from the Passport and Corporate Services Office in George Town; it can be issued the day you arrive, with no waiting period and no minimum stay. Bring passports, proof of legal entry (your immigration card), evidence of single status (divorce decree or death certificate if applicable), and a letter from a licensed Cayman Marriage Officer, whom you book before arrival. Two witnesses are required (your officer can supply them). The Cayman marriage certificate is recognized in the US with no apostille needed.
Do your guests need a visa?
No visa for US passport holders on a typical wedding-length stay in Cayman Islands. 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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