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Sama

Alofa is the Samoan word for love, and you will fall in love with Samoa as a wedding or honeymoon destination. Start your new
life together in a spectacular location, relax on a sandy beach or unwind poolside and watch the day go by while sipping on a
tropical cocktail. Be pampered with a spa or traditional massage or set sail on a sunset cruise.

From a secluded beach to a cascading waterfall or even a lush rainforest or garden, Samoa’s stunning natural features provide
many beautiful settings for your ceremony.

Getting Married in Samoa Required Documents

The enchanting islands of Samoa are the perfect setting for your • Birth certificates (original or certified copy)
dream wedding. Picture the breathtaking sunsets, pristine lagoons • Valid passports
or flourishing tropical flora as the backdrop for your special day. The • Certificate of No Impediment to Get Married
Samoan hospitality and cultural presence will make your special day
one to remember. Many resorts in Samoa offer a range of personalised (from country of origin)
wedding packages to suit your needs and your budget. • Divorce or death certificate of previous spouse

What You Need (if applicable)

Marriages in Samoa are legally recognised worldwide and application Marriage Fees
forms for a marriage licence, along with copies of the relevant
documentation, must be registered with the Ministry of Justice in Apia When booking one of the Samoa Wedding packages
14 days prior to the wedding day. You will also need to be in Samoa a featured in this brochure, the following costs are included:
minimum of three days before your intended day of marriage.
• Marriage licence
Most resorts offer the services of a Wedding coordinator who will • Marriage certificate
arrange everything in advance, including all legal requirements. • Services of a Marriage celebrant

Eligibility To Get Married All information is correct at the time of printing but subject to
change and can be withdrawn or varied without notice. It may
In Samoa the legal age of consent to marry is 21 years for males and not be possible for wedding ceremonies to be held on Sundays,
19 years for females. religious or national holidays. Please check at the time of booking
if you are able to be married on your preferred day.

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