Type of Ceremonies

Weddings by Riu in Jamaica celebrates 3 different types of ceremonies: Civil, Symbolic & Renewal of Vows.

• Civil Ceremonies: Are performed by a minister and are legally recognized in Jamaica. The couple is free to choose if they want that during the wedding speech God be mentioned or not made reference to God. The newlyweds will receive a legal marriage certificate.
• Important:

  Civil weddings are legally recognized in the country where the wedding will be performed. As each country has specific requirements, we would recommend you to contact your respective Embassy or Consulate in order to get the complete information regarding the procedure that you have to follow in order to legalize your Marriage Certificate in your country.

  * Riu Hotels and Resorts is not responsible of this legal procedure.

• Symbolic & Renewal of vows Ceremonies: Symbolic Ceremonies are blessings performed by a Non-denominational Minister and are not legally binding. Renewal of vows are legally recognized in Jamaica and wedding couple must present their legal marriage certificate to the minister on the wedding day in order to perform this ceremony.
• Important:

  In order for apply to a Renewal of vows is a must to send a legal marriage certificate photocopy to the on site coordinator 45 days prior the wedding date.

  For a Symbolic Ceremony is mandatory for the Couple to sign a disclaimer so they are aware about this Ceremony will not be legally recognized, in order to obtain the disclaimer please contact your Weddings Reservations Executive at: weddings04.cun@riu.com

Locations

• At Riu Ocho Rios you may choose from:
  • • Gazebo by the Lagoon: Maximum capacity 120 persons  
  • • Beach Gazebo: Maximum capacity 120 persons