Mexico Is The Perfect Wedding Or Honeymoon Destination.
Come and fall in love with Mexico! Again and again, Mexico will surprise you with new experiences: a different flavor, a new adventure, a spot waiting for centuries to enchant you. We’re waiting for you!
Make your wedding an occasion that will stay with you for the rest of your life. Whether your preferences are on the formal side, or you prefer to let your hair down, or whether you’re in search of something natural, rustic and exotic, or smooth, well-run and professional, Mexico has it all. If it’s a beach wedding you have in mind, the hotels of the Mayan Riviera make the perfect setting for an exotic Central American wedding but offer all the comforts of luxury hotels and full catering. If you’re planning something more simple and traditional, why not make your vows in a colonial church or temple in one of the beautiful cities of Guanajuato and Puebla?
You’ll find the Mexican landscape to be beautiful and the people to be friendly and helpful when you plan a Mexico honeymoon or destination wedding. Mexico’s history and cultural diversity will fascinate you, and its high-quality services are capable of pleasing the most demanding, authentic, or extravagant taste.
Mexico offers a perfect and convenient setting for all stages of your romantic life and is one of the leading wedding and honeymoon destinations in the world. Romantic trips with great dining and exciting activities can be planned all year round. Mexico can provide thousands of ideas and settings for original proposal events and unique Mexico weddings.
Couples who marry and honeymoon in Mexico are likely to come back often to celebrate their anniversaries or to simply have a romantic escape from busy life and daily commitments. We invite you to explore all that Mexico has to offer to you as a couple. Plan your destination wedding or honeymoon in Mexico with help from an Absolute Wedsite wedding specialist. Contact us today for your free consultation.
CANCUN/RIVIERA MAYA
Cancun and the Riviera Maya are vacation favourites for a good reason. Whether you’d like to dive with sleeping sharks, shop with the local merchants, or climb the steps of a Mayan ruin, you are sure to find your passion because Cancun and the Mayan Riviera have it all.
COZUMEL
Cozumel is a treasure for travelers in search of sheer relaxation. With an abundance of peaceful beaches, clear waters, and multi-coloured reefs, Cozumel is rich in natural beauty and steeped in Mayan history. With the Palancar Reef close by, divers and snorkelers are sure to declare Cozumel their most treasured island.
PUERTO VALLARTA
After you see it, you will forever remember the breathtaking view from the hills around Puerto Vallarta. This is a place of great stories and great adventure, where the famous Sierra Madre mountains meet the blue Pacific waters. There are dozens of great beaches along the Bay. Out in the foothills, the tropical forests welcome visitors. There is always something to see.
LOS CABOS
The area of Los Cabos is made up of two small and very different towns: San José del Cabo to the northeast and Cabo San Lucas at the southern tip. These two towns bracket a twenty-mile seacoast and range of elegant hotels. Along with nice beaches, Los Cabos is known for its championship golf courses, whale watching (from January to April), and deep sea fishing.
MEXICO CITY
Mexico City is simply vast. Head out and discover some of the hundreds of unique neighbourhoods that make up this great city. Be sure to take in the Aztec heritage, the mariachi bands in the Centro Histórico, the colonial majesty of the Zócalo, and the bold art of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.
Additional Information
Local Language
The local language of Mexico is Spanish, and English is widely spoken in tourist areas
Money!
The currency in Mexico is the Peso. US Dollars are accepted in most tourist areas and resorts.
Getting Married?
| Requirements | Between Mexicans | Between Foreigners | Between Foreigner and Mexican |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage request form | x | x | x |
| Original and copy of birth certificates | x | x | x |
| Original of prenuncial certificate with proof of not HIV and blood type issued less than 15 days previous to the wedding | x | x | x |
| Agreement on property ownership | x | ||
| Copy of official photo IDs | x | x | |
| Both passports | x | x | |
| Proof of residence | x | ||
| If applicable, divorce or death certificate | x | x | x |
| “Tourist card” issued at entry to Mexican territory | x | ||
| Original and copy of official IDs of witnesses (4) | x | x | x |
| Foreigners who marry in Mexico must legalize their union in their country of residence | x | x | |
| Permission from the Immigration Office for a foreigner to get married | x |
All documents, except the passort, must be apostilled by the authorities of the country where they were issued if not Mexico. Birth certificates must be translated into Spanish by a certified translator.
The wedding coordinator usually arranges a copy of the marriage license to you immediately after the ceremony. The translated, final license –that is valid as legal internationally (recognized as valid in the U.S.) for example- would be mailed to you within one and a half to four months of the wedding.
Please note that If you have been divorced you will need to wait at least one year before remarrying.
Please also consider that if time is too limited to comply with formalities, you can have definitely a beautiful symbolic wedding by all means.
Please note: All information is subject to change at anytime without notice. For up-to-date information, contact the Mexican consulate.
Residency Requirement: 3
Witnesses required: 2
Documents must be in the following language: Spanish
Entry/Exit Requirements
It is the sole prerogative of each country or region to determine who is allowed to enter. The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from the Dutch authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is your responsibility to check with the Mexican Embassy and its consulates for up-to-date information.
Passport
Canadian citizens, including those with dual citizenship, must present a valid passport in order to enter and exit Mexico. Canadians without a valid passport will be refused entry and returned to Canada. The passport must be valid until the date of expected departure from Mexico. Before you leave, ask your transportation company about its requirements related to passport validity, which may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.
Permanent residents of Canada must travel with their Permanent Resident Card and a valid passport from their country of origin.
Visas
Persons seeking to enter Mexico for purposes other than tourism must have a proper visa. Foreigners involved in unauthorized activities will be expelled. Special and diplomatic passport holders require a visa to visit Mexico. Consult the Embassy of Mexico in Canada for more information.
Tourist card (Multiple Migratory Form for Foreigners, or FMM, provided by airlines or at points of entry): required
Tourist Card
Canadian tourists do not require a visa or a tourist card for stays of 72 hours or less within the border zone (20 to 30 kilometres from the U.S. border). For travel to Mexico beyond the border zone, Canadians must be in possession of a tourist card, also called the Multiple Migratory Form for Foreigners (FMM). This document is provided by airlines or by immigration authorities at the country’s points of entry. If you enter Mexico by land, it is your responsibility to stop at the immigration facility located at the border.
In order to obtain a tourist card, Canadians must present a valid passport.
Authorities can demand to see your tourist card at any time. You must carry the original at all times and surrender it when leaving Mexico or face a fine and/or expulsion.
Your tourist card is stamped on arrival. If travelling by bus or car, ensure that you obtain a tourist card and have it stamped by immigration authorities at the border. If you do not receive a stamped tourist card at the border, ensure that upon arrival at your destination within Mexico, you immediately go to the closest INAMI office, present your bus ticket, and request a tourist card. If you fail to have your tourist card stamped, you may be fined, detained, or expelled from the country.
An immigration official will determine the number of days you can remain in Mexico. Do not assume that you will be granted the full 180 days. You may request an extension of your stay at the INAMI or at one of its local offices.
Children and Travel
Children need special documentation to visit certain countries. Please consult our specialists for further details.
Tourism Tax
Mexican authorities impose a tourism tax (approximately US$20) on all visitors to Mexico. This fee is normally included in airline ticket prices. Visitors arriving by road (car or bus) or sea will be asked to pay this fee at any bank in Mexico (there is a bank representative at every port of entry). The bank receipt must be attached to the tourist card for submission at departure. Visitors entering by land for tourism purposes only are exempt if their stay does not exceed seven days. Visitors to the northern border zone (20 to 30 kilometres from the U.S. border) and those going to Mexico on cruise ships are exempt.
Criminal Records
Canadians with a criminal record may be refused entry and returned to Canada on the next available flight. If you find yourself in this situation, contact the Embassy of Mexico prior to making travel arrangements.
