Weddings & Honeymoons in Fiji

Why Fiji?

Fiji and her islands offer an ideal setting for the most beautiful and memorable event of a couple's life together.

A Fijian wedding ceremony is for many a dream come true. The ceremony can be as elaborate as a royal event, or as simple as an "I do" on a white sand beach surrounded by a crystal clear lagoon.

There's no more enchanting way to exchange vows, celebrate an anniversary, or promise yourself to your loved one, than with a traditional Polynesian celebration.

Getting Married in Fiji

Requirements for Application for Marriage License Overseas visitors intending to get married in Fiji are required by law to obtain and sign a marriage license of their choice from the nearest marriage registry prior to the marriage ceremony. It is important that the marriage parties must provide the following personal papers:

• Original Birth certificate for both the Bride & Groom
• Passport with the valid legal status of applicants
• Divorce Papers (If the divorce was granted in the last 5 years - please confirm your current marital status)
• Death certificate if a spouse died
• Certificate of Single Status (or) Certificate of no legal impediment is required to be produced by the following:

1. Marriage Applicants where one party is a local and the other is a foreign citizen
2. Marriage Applicants who were former citizens of Fiji
3. Marriage applicants who are foreigners and residing in Fiji

Consent of the father, if one of the parties is under 21 years (or) mother if the father dies. The valid marriage age in Fiji is 16 years old for females and 18 years for males. The presence and names of two witnesses who are 21 years of age and over.

Marriage applicants from Asian countries including China, Philippines, Pakistan, India, and Korea must apply one month in advance and produce police clearance together with other translated personal documents.

Special License

The application form for the special license can be obtained from the Head Office of the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages in Suva, the Divisional Registrar Offices either in Lautoka or Labasa or any offices of the District Offices. This License is valid only for 28 days from the date of issue. [within which the marriage may be performed is stated in the license] and the marriage officer should satisfy himself/herself that the license is still in force.

Apostle Stamp

In the event the client requires an Apostle Stamp on their Wedding Certificate, there will be an extra charge. At the present time, it is estimated at F$150.00. This is a Government Levy and is subject to change without notice.

Please note: The information provided above is to be used only as a guide. We advise in all cases that you contact the relevant official government offices of the destination at which you choose to marry, for up-to-date legal requirements, before booking your wedding.

Fiji Wedding Tips & Info

Ceremonies cannot be held on a public holiday and Fiji has many. Please be sure to check your requested date to ensure your plans do not fall over a public holiday. Also, note that weddings cannot take place on a Sunday.

Send a 'Save the Date Letter' if you are having guests. Invitations to traditional weddings are supposed to be sent 4-6 weeks before the event, but, more lead time is helpful. Send them off as early as possible, preferably at least eight months in advance. Remember, this is a destination wedding, and your guests may be planning their family vacation around it.

Ideally, this destination wedding should be a vacation for you as well so let some things go. Don't get so caught up in little details that you can't enjoy your time in a special place. Figure out what's important to you, and label the rest of it "small stuff" that you won't sweat. That will free you up to take a tour, relax, play, and join in on what your guests are doing.

Make sure you arrive and leave yourself time to recover from any jet lag - no one wants bags under their eyes on their wedding day.

Travel Insurance, this is important anything can happen most commonly are delayed flights which might make you miss a nights accommodation. Travel insurance can be purchased through Goway Travel at the time of deposit for your booking. For only a few more dollars it's peace of mind while traveling.

Make sure all of your documentation is current, passport, visa etc. Check the spelling of your names on your travel invoices to make sure they are correct before the vouchers are sent to you.

Check the expiry dates on all of your credit cards. Call your credit card company and let them know that you will be traveling and when. There is nothing worse than going to pay for dinner on your arrival night and getting declined! Highlight your insurance policy number, you might even want to copy the policy number down and leave it at home this way if you misplace it while traveling you will have the backup at home.

Plan Your Packing

At least a few weeks before your trip, write out a list of things that you think you'll need and want to bring along on your trip. Give yourself more than a few days before the trip to plan what you'll bring. This way you won't forget anything important and you will have time to add or eliminate things on the list. This also helps in the re-packing stage to come home.

Get advice from your dressmaker or retailer on how a dress should be packed for travel and plan to carry it on if you can, along with any other wedding apparel you would find hard to replace on short notice. Packing for the wedding and the honeymoon can add up to a lot of luggage. If you can, have some of your guests and family who are traveling with you carry important things.

Don't over plan for your guests. You have probably gone through a lot of trouble choosing a nice place to get married. Let your guests enjoy it! Don't plan so many get-togethers, family dinners, rehearsal dinners, and so on that your family and friends have no free time.

On your arrival day at the resort where you will be saying "I DO", clear your schedule as you will want to spend time with your coordinator to run through any additional queries you may have.

Use plenty of sunscreens; the weather is much warmer than in North America. If you are on a beach you want to apply sunscreen - strap marks are hard to hide.

Coming home, make sure to schedule yourself at least two days to relax on your return, you may be jet lagged and this way you can spend two days as newlyweds in your home.

When you come home we would love to hear from you, please call us and let us know how wonderful your wedding was.

There are ways to include the people who are not able to be there to enjoy your celebration. One option is to have a reception at some point after the wedding when you return. You can plan something very much like a traditional wedding reception (formal invitations, cake cutting, dancing, even wedding attire) or something not as elaborate such as a small party or get-together. This is a great time to show you wedding photos or videos.

Enjoy your Romantic Fijian Wedding...

Fiji Honeymoon Tips & Info

Pre-arrange any desired upgrades for your accommodation. Pre-arrange all tours and evening romantic dinners if required.

Travel Insurance, this is important anything can happen most commonly are delayed flights which might make you miss a nights accommodation. Travel insurance can be purchased through Goway Travel at the time of deposit for your booking. For only a few more dollars it's peace of mind while traveling.

Check the weather charts for the time you are planning your honeymoon. Although we cannot always predict the weather, they will give you a good idea of how to avoid the rainy or humid seasons.

Some resorts require proof of marriage to take advantage of any honeymoon offers. Bring copies of your marriage certificate and any other required documents.

Make sure all of your documentation is current, passport, visa etc. Check the spelling of your names on your travel invoices to make sure they are correct before the vouchers are sent to you.

Check the expiry dates on all of your credit cards. Call your credit card company and let them know that you will be traveling and when. There is nothing worse than going to pay for dinner on your arrival night and getting declined! Highlight your insurance policy number, you might even want to copy the policy number down and leave it at home this way if you misplace it while traveling you will have the backup at home.

Leave a copy of your travel plans with flight numbers and hotel information with a friend. This way if there is any emergency you can be reached.

Remember to bring any brochures you have collected on your destination to help organize nights out on the town, shopping areas and parks you might want to visit.

Packing; at least a few weeks before your trip, write out a list of things that you think you'll need and want to bring along on your trip. Give yourself more than a few days before the trip to plan what you'll bring. This way you won't forget anything important and you will have time to add or eliminate things on the list. This also helps in the re-packing stage to come home, if you have your list you can check off your belongings to make sure that you haven't left anything behind. Pack correctly; pack your casual wear but remember you might want to glam it up a few nights.

In all of IslandsEscapes' Romantic Itineraries the arrival day you will check into your hotel and then the rest of the day is at leisure. This is important, you may be jet lagged so you don't want to add to your arrangements on the first day - stay and relax before you begin your exciting honeymoon.

Coming home, make sure to schedule yourself at least two days to relax on your return, you may be jet lagged and this way you can spend two days as newlyweds in your home.

When you come home we would love to hear from you, please call us and let us know how wonderful your honeymoon was.

Fiji Honeymoon Frequently Asked Questions   What name should I travel under? 

In order to travel under your married name, you will need to have your passport changed which can take up to 6 weeks. We recommend that your flight arrangements are made under your maiden name but IslandsEscapes can arrange for all accommodation, transfers and tours to reflect your newly married status.

Do I need to bring proof of the marriage? 

Yes, some resorts offer honeymoon specials or value-added extras in which case they will ask for proof of marriage.

What if I want to stay longer than these packages? 

That's great, this can be arranged. All of our packages are flexible in the duration of a trip, enquire for more details.

Do you charge a travel consulting fee? 

No, IslandsEscapes will make all of your travel arrangements simply for the cost of your package.

Do you make all the arrangements for extracurricular activities? 

Yes, IslandsEscapes will arrange all transfers, tours and accommodation. We also pre-arrange special dinners through the hotels, spa treatments and all flights. There are also many activities that can be arranged through the hotels on arrival like water sports and other activities.

When is the balance payment due for my Honeymoon travel plans?

A $200.00 per person deposit is paid at the time of booking. Sorry, but the deposit is non-refundable. Guaranteed balance of payment is required six weeks prior to departure.

What are the passport requirements? 

Your passport must be valid for 6 months after travel and an airline ticket for return or onward travel.

Should we reserve seats on all of our flights? 

Yes, airlines tend to block out seats so it is easier for you to pre-book your seats with your consultant, this will guarantee that you get the seats you desire it will also be one less worry for you.

Will we be able to contact someone while we are traveling if we have any questions or concerns? 

Yes, we have local representatives which you can call 24 hours a day.

Enjoy your Honeymoon of a Lifetime...