Only a civil marriage is recognized as legal in Mexico. You dont need to engage in a religious ceremony but if you omit the civil ceremony, the marriage will not be legal. Most Mexicans have two marriages: the civil (legal) marriage and the church (religious) one.

What makes a marriage legal in Mexico?

Only marriages performed by Civil Registry Officials (not religious officials) are considered legal and valid in Mexico. U.S. Citizens must have a valid Passport and their Tourist or Residence permits up to date with Mexican Immigration Authorities; you must also request from Mexican Immigration a marriage permit.

What is a Mexican marriage?

Mexican weddings are large family affairs, oftentimes treated as family reunions. Everyone from all sides of the family is invited, along with handfuls of friends, which means guest lists often exceed 200. Mexicans are overwhelmingly Catholic, so most are rooted in faith and take place in a Catholic church.

Is Mexico a good place to get married?

Mexico has a lot to offer couples looking for a unique destination wedding setting. From ancient Mayan ruins to crystal-clear cenotes and of course, pristine white-sand beaches, the variety of landscapes ensures every couple can find the perfect venue for their nuptials.

What do I need to know about getting married in Mexico?

During the marriage ceremony, couples will need to have four witnesses, with valid identification, present at the legal ceremony. You dont have to be a resident of Mexico to get married there. Two foreigners can get married in country with a passport, tourist visa and minimum amount of paperwork.

What is legal age of marriage in Mexico?

People under 18 years of age cannot marry without the consent of their parents or legal guardians. Under no circumstances can males under the age of sixteen, or females under the age of fourteen, be married in Mexico.

Can I become a Mexican citizen if I marry a Mexican?

Marrying a Mexican does not automatically give you Mexican citizenship, but it will allow you to skip a few steps in the immigration process, proving your marriage to a Mexican citizen will grant you a one-year Temporary Residency with the opportunity to renew for a total of two years.

When should you get married in Mexico?

Mexico wedding season is generally from October to July. While couples still host weddings in the summer, temperatures can get well into the 90s, and hurricane season is from June to September. “I think that you would find the best weather from January to May,” says de Lorenzo.

How long do you have to be in Mexico to get married?

The waiting period for your application to be processed depends on the state; it could be anywhere from 30 minutes to a few days. If you are marrying a Mexican national, dont forget you will have to apply for a foreign marriage permit and request it from the same jurisdiction where your marriage will take place.

Why do you need blood test to get married in Mexico?

Every state in Mexico requires a blood test before marriage, and SOME also require chest x-ray too. Why? These tests are for the purpose of detecting syphilis and HIV. You must pass these test with the all-clear in order to be allowed to get married in Mexico.

Are weddings in Mexico cheaper?

No, destination weddings in Mexico are cheaper. $5-7k for a destination wedding VS $35,329 is the average cost of a traditional wedding in the USA.