| I am not a wedding organiser,
but can offer you as much advise as possible and put you in contact
with people to whom you need to speak. Networking is very much part
of Tobago life.
The most important thing to bear in mind is both parties
must have been in Tobago at least three days prior to the date of
the intended marriage - the day of arrival is not counted
in that three-day period.
Tobago is an island for those who want to get away from it all.
The newly married couple will find romantic beaches, wonderful views,
sunrises and sunsets, spectacular scenery for those snapshots to
take home, and much, much, more.
You must leave for your wedding with the following information:
- Proof of Residence (passport
and airline tickets).
- Identification (passport or new driving licence).
- If divorced, you will need the original or notarised copy of
your degree absolute.
- If widowed, you will need the original death certificate of
spouse.
- Deed poll, or other proof, of any name change that differs
from documents.
- If under 18 years of age, written consent of the parent or
guardian is essential.
- Marriage Licence.
The marriage licence can be applied for in 2 locations:
Registrar General Office
Jernningham Street
Scarborough
Tel: 001 868 639 3210
Inland Revenue
Sangster’s Hill
Scarborough
Tel: 001 868 639 2410
The Licence costs TT$337.50 (about £30). This
can be paid in cash. (Special licence TT$300 and two certificates
TT$37.50)
A certified marriage officer can perform marriages on any day between
6am and 6pm.
All marriages are considered civil except for Hindu, Muslim or
Orisha ceremonies, which have additional requirements.
Other points to consider:
- It
is a good idea to travel with your wedding dress in your hand luggage.
- Remember when buying your dress, it
will be hot in Tobago.
- The groom also wants lightweight clothing.
- Hang up your dress in your accommodation
as soon as you arrive and creases will have time to fall out.
- Insect repellent and sun tan cream.
If you are standing out in the open with the sun beating down then
you will certainly need these.
- Tobagonians love a wedding and you will
get local interest if you are in a public place.
- If you require a photographer/videographer,
they are available, but seek advice (you only get one stab at pictures).
- The best time to have the wedding is
in the late afternoon when it is cooler and the sun is not directly
overhead. The photographs can then include the setting sun.
Useful websites:
fco.gov.uk
: The foreign and commonwealth office for the official UK line.
ukpa.gov.uk
: The passport agency for name changes /queries.
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