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The Bahamas
 
BAHAMAS WEDDINGWith 700 islands to offer The Bahamas will fulfill your dreams. The Bahamas is full of vibrant life and rich in history. There is a wealth of exciting activities for you to choose from on any island in The Bahamas; relax on  private beaches with their pink, white and golden sands or discover the Islands's hidden spas. The Bahamas has the world's third largest coral reef formation providing excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities ranging from reef, shark, wreck and wall diving. You can swim with Dolphins or for a twist swim with pigs off the Exumas. The Bahamas are a short plane ride from Florida making it easy for your family and friends to join in the celebrations.
 
Legal and documentation requirements
 
To get married in The Bahamas you must be resident for 24 hours.  A special licence is required, for which both persons must apply and takes 24 hours to process.  It is available from the Registrar General's Office in Nassau and Freeport or the Commissioner's Office, Out Islands.   Essential documentation plus valid return tickets and six month validity on passports are needed.  The marriage licence costs $120 and is valid for up to three months.  Two witnesses are required for the ceremony.