Getting Legally Married in Riviera Maya: Requirements for US Couples
Legal ceremony availableWhat the law requires
Same requirements as Cancun (Riviera Maya is in Quintana Roo). Civil ceremony by a licensed judge, valid passports, apostilled birth certificates translated to Spanish, blood test in Mexico within 14 days of the ceremony, four witnesses required. Most resorts handle the full legal process.
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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