Is a Marriage in the Cayman Islands Legal in the USA?

[Z28 Cruiser]

Anyone know? Thanks for any help.

[2Cruise4Ever]

Yes it is. A marriage in any country that issues an actual marriage license is recognized in the US. When you return, you need to file your marriage license with your local county's records office. That's the only way to make it "legal." If you don't file it, the marriage will not be recognized. But, check with the county's records office before leaving to see if you need anything else.

[Bruin Steve]

...except Vegas

"What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas"

 

So...what's the story behind this? Did someone get off the ship in Grand Cayman, go to a local bar, drink a lot of rum and woke up the next day with a Cracker Jacks ring and a Cayman Islands Marriage Certificate?

 

Enquiring minds want to know... :) :) :)

[TxShipShape]

googled this on a web site called lovetripper.com. Each island (country) is different on requirements. It will be legal in US if its legal there. Be sure to 'dot all the t's and cross all the i's". Also get extra copies of the license becasue if you need one later it can take a long time to get one.

 

 

 

Obtaining a Marriage License: To expedite the process while on the island, you should begin the paperwork process before their trip. Couples should write for a copy of the free brochure "Getting Married in the Cayman Islands" from Government Information Services, Cricket Square, George Town, Grand Cayman, 345.949.8092, fax 345.949.5936.

 

Couples must arrange for the presence of a Cayman Islands Marriage Officer to perform the ceremony. This step must be accomplished before applying for the marriage license. Before the trip, couples can obtain a list of officers from the Deputy Chief Secretary’s office, 345.949.7900 or 345.914.2222.

 

Required Documents: You will need to bring proper documentation, including a passport or birth certificate to prove citizenship and age (the minimum legal age for getting married without parental consent is 18). An immigration slip or documentation for cruise ship passengers is required. Proof of marital status must also be provided for those previously married either in the form of a legal divorce decree or a death certificate if the spouse has died. You may not submit photocopies.

 

Travelers will need a special license for non-resident couples granted by the Governor. The application for the license is obtained from the Deputy Chief Secretary’s Office, 3rd Floor, Government Administration Building, George Town, Grand Cayman or by calling 345.949.7900.

 

Witnesses: Two witnesses are required.

 

Cost: The cost of the license is CI$150 plus a CI$10 stamp duty or US$200. Stamps can be purchased from any Cayman post office between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday or from the Deputy Chief Secretary’s office.

[Z28 Cruiser]

...except Vegas

"What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas"

 

So...what's the story behind this? Did someone get off the ship in Grand Cayman, go to a local bar, drink a lot of rum and woke up the next day with a Cracker Jacks ring and a Cayman Islands Marriage Certificate?

 

Enquiring minds want to know... :) :) :)

LOL, no, we want to get married in the Cayman Islands in November since that's where we will stop on our anniversary. Thanks for the help everyone:)

[TxShipShape]

Something to think about. Cayman is a tender port. If the weather is bad even just very windy, you might not be able to get off the ship.

[geoherb]

A marriage in any country that issues an actual marriage license is recognized in the US.

Unfortunately that's not correct for everyone.

[tomc]

"Mommy, why did you name me 'Kay'?"