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Frequently Asked Questions about Riu Hotels Weddings

How many days in advance do we have to be at the Resort before we can get married?
Mexico: If the wedding is at any of the RIU Hotels & Resorts in Playa del Carmen, Cancun or Los Cabos, bride and groom and witnesses ( if required ) need to be on destination at least three full business days prior the wedding for legal ceremonies and two full business days for religious ceremony.

If the wedding is at any of the RIU Hotels & Resorts in Puerto Vallarta, bride and groom and witnesses ( if required ) need to be on destination at least two full business days prior the wedding for legal or Religious ceremony.

Sunday is not considered a business day.

What is the latest time we can arrive at the Resort for it to count toward the "business day" requirement?
The arrival date does not count toward your requirement at any of the Riu Hotels & Resorts except for those in Jamaica.

What are the differences between Legal (Civil), religious and symbolic cremonies?
México: Only a civil ceremonie is legally recognized. A religious ceremony has no legal bearing and does not replace in any way the binding legal civil Marriage.

A renewal of vows or religious ceremony is a symbolic ceremony. It is performed by a Non denominational minister (please, notice that Catholic ceremonies cannot be performed outside a church). The bride and groom will receive a symbolic marriage certificate not legally valid.

Are weddings performed at RIU Hotels & Resorts Legal in the United States?
Yes, the legal ceremonies performed at any of the RIU Hotels & Resorts are legal in the United States.

What documents are required to get married legally?
Mexico:
Original and certified copies of passports
Original and Apostilled copies of Birth Certificates ( with parents' information)
Original and copies of tourist cards, provided upon entry to Mexico (please noe that all names must appear in exactly the same way on tourist cards as they do on passports)
Final divorce certificate, if applicable, translated into Spanish and apostilled (please noe that divorced individuals cannot marry in Mexico until one year after the divorce is finalized)
If widow or widower, husband or wife's certificate of death, translated into Spanish and apostilled.
Blood test (HIV, RPR and RH) taken in Mexico & Medical certificate (please note that results must be no more than 15 days prior to the ceremony)
Four witnesses ( 18 years of age or older )with copies of their passports and tourist visas or provided locally by the Hotel

Please verify that names are the same on all documents or bring legal confirmation of a name change (for example: Deed Pool, apostilled and translated)

- If the Bride or groom is a minor, his or her parents must be present at the ceremony and the individual's parents must present copies of their passports three days prior.
- If the Wedding is between a Mexican and a foreigner, the foreigner must personally request a permit at the Mexican immigration Office (in Cancun).

If my name is different from the passport and birth certificate will this present a problem?
In this case, you should bring a legal document such as deed pool or divorce act that confirms your name change.

What is an Apostille document, why do I need it and where can I get it?
The Apostille is a certificate that authenticates the signature of the public official who has signed the document. An apostille certificate confirms the person who signed a document has the authority to do so and that the document should therefore be recognized as legal without further evidence in another member state of the Hague Convention.
The Apostille must be required in the State where the document was made. The Foreign offices of each state and country can provide the apostille.

Can I translate my divorce decree and apostille document prior to my arrival to the Resort?
If applicable, you should translate your divorce decree and apostille in your country before you arrive at the Resort.

I was divorced less than one year ago. Can I have my civil ceremony at the Resort?
No, the divorce must have taken place at least one year prior to the new wedding ceremony.

Do I need to take a blood test and, if so, what diseases do you test for?
HIV, syphilis and blood type tests are only required for weddings in Mexico.

Can I have a doctor perform the blood test in my country and take the results to the Resort?
No.Tests must be performed in Mexico by a certified doctor (for the medical certificate). Your wedding Co-ordinator will arrange the doctor appointment in your hotel room.

Will I be able to participate in the wedding ceremony if one of the tests cames back positive?
No, if HIV or syphilis comes back positive, the ceremony cannot be performed.

Will the judge perform the eremony if all our documents are not in order ? Are there exceptions?
All documents must be in order before your ceremony.

Please verify all documentation prior departure to your departure for your destination.

Do we need to send any documentation prior arrival?
Mexico: If your wedding is at any of the RIU Hotel or resort in Puerto Vallarta or Los Cabos, all documents must be at your hotel at least 15 days prior your arrival.

What kind of room will I be upgraded to?
Room upgrades are to the next level above your booked room, however upgrades are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

How can I reserve my ceremony?
Please choose your prefer destination, Hotel and wedding package and submit your request on the Riu website.

Which Hotel the Wedding will be at ?
In order to have a wedding at RIU Hotels & Resorts, at least 80 percent of the wedding group must be staying at the same hotel.

For further detailed information, please contact us at customerservice@weddingmexico.com

If I am receiving the Free Wedding Packages do I still need to complete a charge authorization form?
Yes, your credit card is required as a guarantee.$250 will be charged if you cancel the ceremony 90 days or fewer from the scheduled date.

Do you perform ceremonies on Sundays?
No, Ceremonies are performed Monday through Saturday.

When is payment for optional services made?
Full payment should be made prior to the wedding ceremony at your meeting with your onsite wedding coordinator.

Are we able to make raservations for our included wedding dinner prior to our arrival?
yes. you may reserve an area in one of our restarurants prior to your arrival by contacting your wedding coordinator and by making your request via email (you will receive a confirmation by email).You may also make reservations once you meet your wedding coordinator at the hotel.

Please note that restaurant reservations are subject to availability and capacity.

You may contact your onsite wedding coordinator for further information.

Is there a Charge for the reception dinner ?
The Dinners offered in the Wedding Packages are non-private and they have no extra charge. We sectionate an area for the Wedding Group in one of the Speciality Restaurants.

Private Dinners are subject to availability, and might have extra charge.

Please, contact your onsite wedding co-ordinator for further detailed information.

Is there a maximum or minimum number of guests required to reserve a reception dinner?
No minimum number of guest is required to reserve a wedding reception dinner.

If your group is large (between 60 and 80 people) please contact us for more information at customerservice@weddingmexico.com.

Are there different ceremony locations ?
Ceremonies can be performed on the beach or in a gazebo on property.

Catholic weddings in Punta Cana may only be performed in a gazebo.

How many ceremonies are held each day?
We schedule a maximum of two ceremonies per hotel per day. Availability for ceremonies also depends on the number of guests invited to each wedding.

How long does the ceremony last?
Both legal and religious ceremonies last approximately 20 to 25 minutes.

Are there any optional services that must be reserved prior to our arrival at the hotel?
We recommend finalizing special requests such as private restaurant reservations, ballrom or nightclub reservations, DJs, special menus, wedding cake designs and any similar type requests prior arrival.

Will I have to contact my wedding co-ordinator upon arrival to the Resort?
You will be informed by email before your arrival of both the date and time of your meeting with your Wedding Co-ordinator.

When do I reserve Salon Services such as hair appointment, nail services, etc ?
We invite you to visit www.renovaspa, where you will find the detailed service information and can make reservations on line.

You can also contact your onsite wedding co-ordinator prior arrival. She will help you with your spa appointments.

If I have guests who want to attend the Wedding, but will not be staying at RIU Hotels & Resorts, is this possible ?
In order to host a wedding at RIU Hotels & Resorts, the bride, groom and at least 80 percent of the guests must be staying at the Resort. guests staying in other hotels must purchase a day pass to attend the ceremony and dinner.

Day passes cost between $50 and $100 (US) depending on the destination and hotel.

Will our Marriage certificate be issued in English or Spanish?
Your marriage cerificate will be issued in Spanish at Riu Hotels & Resorts in Mexico or the Dominican Republic. Marrieage certificates will be issued in English at Riu Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica or the Bahamas.
 

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