Plan Your BVI Wedding

No perfect day is ever the same.

Dreaming of saying “I do” in the beautiful British Virgin Islands? 🌴✨ Planning a destination wedding in the BVI can feel overwhelming from abroad, but with the right guidance it’s simple, stress-free, and magical. At Weddings BVI, we help couples every step of the way — from paperwork to beachside vows. Here’s how to plan your perfect day in paradise.

Start planning your Perfect BVI Wedding Day

The British Virgin Islands is a small wedding destination location, so we can have everything arranged and put together in a matter of days if you’re on a spur-of-the-moment plan. However, some of you will plan your wedding trip quite far in advance and that gives us lots of time to organize things. In any case, we’ll walk you through every step of the process and will be there on the day to make sure it all runs smoothly.

Standard BVI Wedding Plan

Our standard wedding plan and consultation rates start at $900. This service includes:

  • Government fees

  • Government paperwork consulting

  • Officiant booking (gratuity is encouraged)

  • Consulting and assistance with choosing decor, entertainment and catering

  • Witness (if needed)

à La Carte

In addition to the standard services we offer the following BVI Wedding planning and consultancy services al la carte:

  • Photography & video (price varies)
  • Wedding cake (price varies)
  • Bouquet and buttonhole (from $200)
  • Travel $100 – $400 for off island weddings, varies by location and ferry availability.

Step 1: Choose Your Wedding Style

The British Virgin Islands offer a wide range of unforgettable venues and wedding experiences. Decide what kind of celebration reflects your vision as a couple:

  • 🌅 Beach Ceremony – Exchange vows barefoot with the Caribbean Sea as your backdrop.
  • 🏡 Villa Wedding – Host an intimate or elegant celebration in a private luxury villa.
  • Church Ceremony – Celebrate with a traditional service in one of our charming island churches.
  • Yacht or Catamaran – Combine your love of sailing with your wedding day.

Step 2: Gather Your Documents

Before your big day, you’ll need to prepare the right documents for your BVI marriage license. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Valid passports for both partners
  • Divorce decree (if previously married)
  • Death certificate (if widowed)
  • Name change affidavit (if applicable)

No birth certificate is required. If a document is missing, an affidavit may be requested. Don’t worry — Weddings BVI can help you prepare everything in advance.

Step 3: Apply for Your Marriage License

Once you arrive in the islands, you’ll need to meet the residency requirement and apply at the Registrar General’s Office in Road Town, Tortola:

  • Special License: 1-day residency, $220 fee
  • Ordinary License: 3-day residency, $120 fee

The license is normally issued within 24 hours, and your official marriage certificate is available the next business day after your ceremony.

Step 4: Book Your Venue and Vendors

From florists and photographers to catering and live island music, planning from overseas can be tricky. That’s where Weddings BVI comes in. We recommend the best venues and vendors, handle communication, and secure everything on your behalf so you can focus on the fun details.

Step 5: Relax and Enjoy Your Wedding Day

On the big day, our team ensures that everything runs smoothly — from the ceremony setup to the last toast. You simply enjoy your BVI wedding while we handle the logistics, timing, and coordination.

Why Plan With Weddings BVI?

We’re more than planners — we’re locals who know the ins and outs of every detail of a British Virgin Islands wedding. Couples trust us to:

  • ✔️ Manage all paperwork and legal requirements
  • ✔️ Coordinate with the Registrar’s Office
  • ✔️ Connect you with trusted island vendors
  • ✔️ Create personalized wedding packages to fit your vision and budget

Start Planning Your BVI Wedding Today

Your dream wedding in the British Virgin Islands is closer than you think. Whether you’re planning an elopement, an intimate beach ceremony, or a large celebration, Weddings BVI makes it easy, stress-free, and unforgettable.

Contact Weddings BVI Today to start planning your destination wedding in paradise.

Need more info?

If you have questions, let us know. Fill out the form above and we’ll be in touch asap! You can also send us a message on Facebook. Visit the BVI Weddings Facebook page.

Jonelle L.

"My husband and I visited the BVI in 2018 and instantly fell in love with the islands.  We knew right away that this would be the perfect location for an elopement.  I didn’t have the first clue about planning a wedding in a foreign country, but I found BVI Weddings through an internet search, and after my first phone call with Heather, I knew I found the right wedding planner for our intimate ceremony.  Heather made the process so easy and stress-free, I just sent her a few ideas of what I had in mind, and she handled the rest.  Upon meeting her when we arrived in the BVI, she was so warm and kind, I felt like I had known her forever.  Heather knows the island very well, so I was happy to trust her suggestions. She knew the perfect beach and the exact right time of day to catch the famously breathtaking BVI sunsets in our photos.  Her photographer, Mar, was wonderful to work with and captured the day just beautifully. I couldn’t have been happier with how my special day turned out.  Thank you, Heather!"

Patty

"Heather was wonderful through the planning of our elopement in Tortola. Being a long time BVI resident, she knows all of the ins and outs of the island. From the seamless marriage certificate appointment, photographer suggestion, to the floral arrangements, we wouldn't have been able to do it without her. She truly was instrumental in making our elopement a seamless and enjoyable experience."

Ashley

Heather was fast, efficient & so easy to work with prior to our wedding. The day of, she had everything done exactly how I imagined, just off a few pictures. You can really tell she's been doing this forever & knows what she's doing & does it well!

Also, when we finally met with Heather, my husband and I felt like we had already known her forever. She is truly talented at what she does but she is also a great person with great energy!

We already miss her!