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Tropical Nuptials: Getting Married in the USVI
The U.S. Virgin Islands is undoubtedly one of the most romantic places on earth, so it is no surprise that this is the idyllic setting for a tropical fairy-tale wedding. With stunning shorelines and sunsets, the stage is set for romantic encounters that will last a lifetime.
The possibilities for an unforgettable wedding in this paradise are seemingly endless. If you have ever imagined yourself professing your love while barefoot on a secluded palm-fringed beach, adrift in a luxurious yacht on the Caribbean Sea or surrounded by the centuries-old ruins of a sugar plantation — this is the place where your dream wedding can easily become a reality.
Whether you're tying the knot for first time or renewing your vows, putting together an enchanting celebration of love in the U.S. Virgin Islands is simple. There are wedding planners and professionals available to help you prepare for the big day, and many hotels and resorts have packages that include every last detail to make the ceremony and reception a cherished occasion. What's more, these gorgeous islands are also some of the most perfect places on earth to begin living "happily ever after": You're already there for a honeymoon made in heaven.
To find out more about planning for the big day, access the downloadable informational brochure on the Weddings & Honeymoons section at www.usvitourism.vi.
Marriage Requirements
Couples must fill out an application for a wedding license from the Territorial Court of the USVI to get married in St. Thomas, St. Croix or St. John.
In completing the form, couples must specify whether the marriage ceremony will be performed by a Judge of the Court or a member of the clergy (you must make an appointment if a judge will officiate). Once the completed and authorized application has been received in the USVI, there is a required eight-day waiting period. If you will not be present in the Virgin Islands for eight (8) days before your marriage ceremony, you may be exempted from the posting requirement under the "special cases" exemption. If you need an exemption from the eight-day posting requirement, check the appropriate box on the application form and include a brief explanation of your reason for the request in the space provided.
Should either party be divorced, he or she must present a certified copy of the divorce decree or a notarized affidavit stating the date in which the divorce was granted.
There are no requirements for physical examination or blood tests.
Currently, there is a non-refundable application fee of $50, plus a marriage license fee of $50. Should the ceremony be performed by a Judge, there is an additional fee of $200 (no personal checks accepted and casual attire is not permitted before the Court).
Applications must be typewritten. You can type on this version of the form online. (You can't save the form, but print and mail it.)
Post Office Box 70
St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. 00804
(340) 774-6680
If you need more detail or would like to print the blank application for marriage license, please click here.
Unforgettable Spas
Ready to slip into something more comfortable? How about visiting one of the many heavenly spa sanctuaries in this tropical paradise. If you already think a vacation in the stunning U.S. Virgin Islands is a soul-soothing experience for the body and spirit, just wait until you go to one of its resort or day spas. Buttery soft robes, soothing flower and fruit scents and a full array of exotic relaxation and beauty treatments are what await you in the USVI, from invigorating mango scrubs to a relaxing hibiscus massage or a refreshing papaya wrap.
Here you'll find a myriad of sanctuaries where you can indulge in the ultimate spa experience — from cozy cocoons to opulent oases, from lavish extravagance to Zen modernism and from ancient treatments to the latest technologies, USVI spas come in a wealth of sizes, themes and offerings. Many resort and hotel spas offer soothing treatments not only in the privacy of dedicated treatment rooms, but also on the beach with the tranquil Caribbean Sea as the backdrop. The islands' many day spas focus on regeneration, relaxation and pampering in some of the most serene settings imaginable. In the U.S. Virgin Islands, spas are havens for healthy indulgence that leave visitors completely rejuvenated... mind, body and soul.
ST. JOHN DENTAL
COSMETIC AND GENERAL DENTISTRY
Boulon Center, Cruz Bay
340-693-8898 • www.StJohnDentalUSVI.com • www.NYCenterForDentistry.com
Dr. John Purpura has been delivering top quality services to the island's residents and visitors since 2004. He received numerous awards, including Best of the Year Dentist. A Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, a graduate and former professor of Columbia University and a member of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Purpura has a dental practice in New York and is the only doctor who offers services to patients in both NYC and USVI.
Use our lodging section to locate the ideal island retreat for your wedding and honeymoon.
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