Your wedding day will hopefully be the most exciting, memorable day of your life. In order to ensure that it is, there are a few legalities you will need to adhere to, to make sure you don't get any unexpected surprises as you're packing your dress away and returning the suits.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of things to remember when planning your special day in the UK. This is true even if you plan to get married in a religious building, so make sure you read below and check with your local council office before booking your day if you are in any doubt.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of things to remember when planning your special day in the UK. This is true even if you plan to get married in a religious building, so make sure you read below and check with your local council office before booking your day if you are in any doubt.
1. Under 16 year olds are not legally allowed to marry in the UK
2. Under 18's require written permission from parents or guardians to marry
3. Notice to marry must be given to the local council at least 15 days clear of your wedding day
4. You cannot marry an immediate family member, although in the UK you are allowed to marry a cousin
5. Marriages must be performed in a licensed venue for it to be recognised
6. Marriages must be performed between 8am - 6pm for them to be legal in the UK
7. Marriages must be witnessed by at least 2 adults
None of the above is meant to scare you, but to ensure you are legally married after your special day it's best to check out the paperwork to avert disaster before your head isn't filled with flowers, favours and friends!
If you need any help or advice remember you can always contact me by email on info@weddingsbyelaine.co.uk or by calling me on 0800 542 0391.
2. Under 18's require written permission from parents or guardians to marry
3. Notice to marry must be given to the local council at least 15 days clear of your wedding day
4. You cannot marry an immediate family member, although in the UK you are allowed to marry a cousin
5. Marriages must be performed in a licensed venue for it to be recognised
6. Marriages must be performed between 8am - 6pm for them to be legal in the UK
7. Marriages must be witnessed by at least 2 adults
None of the above is meant to scare you, but to ensure you are legally married after your special day it's best to check out the paperwork to avert disaster before your head isn't filled with flowers, favours and friends!
If you need any help or advice remember you can always contact me by email on info@weddingsbyelaine.co.uk or by calling me on 0800 542 0391.
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