Bahamas Wedding Packages
That Handle Everything
Glenn Ferguson is a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer and WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner with 24+ years and 200+ weddings. He processes your marriage license, performs your legal ceremony, coordinates flowers, photography, and transportation — then delivers your certified certificate and Apostille. You just show up and get married.
Licensed Marriage Officer · WPIC Certified · BREA Licensed Bahamas Real Estate Agent · 5.0 Rating (247 reviews)
Experience the Bahamas
Turquoise waters, powdery white sand, and an effortless legal process — the Bahamas is one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in the world for a reason.
The Bahamas — one of the world’s most beautiful wedding destinations, accessible within two hours from the United States East Coast.
Why Get Married in the Bahamas?
The Bahamas offers something no mainland venue can: a legally recognised marriage ceremony on a turquoise Caribbean beach, within a two-hour flight of the entire United States East Coast and a direct connection from the UK via Miami or New York.
Unlike many Caribbean destinations, the Bahamas marriage process is genuinely straightforward for foreign nationals. You need just two documents, a 24-hour residency requirement, and a government fee of $120 — no blood tests, no birth certificates, no bureaucratic uncertainty. Glenn handles the entire legal process on your behalf and verifies your documents before you travel.
A Bahamas marriage certificate is recognised in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and 150+ countries under the Hague Convention. Apostille authentication is available through Glenn’s legal services, processed through the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Full Legal GuideWorld-Class Beaches
Crystal-clear turquoise water and white sand beaches across Nassau, Eleuthera, Exuma, and Harbour Island.
Easy to Reach
Two hours from Miami, three from New York. Direct US connections from the UK. Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport serves all major airlines.
Simple Legal Process
Two documents. $120 government fee. No blood tests. No waiting period beyond 24-hour residency. Glenn manages the entire process.
Year-Round Sunshine
Average temperatures of 72–84°F (22–29°C) year-round. Peak dry season November through April is ideal for outdoor ceremonies.
Outstanding Value
Complete packages from $1,495 including license, ceremony, flowers, photos, transport, and certificate — a fraction of US and resort wedding costs.
Internationally Recognised
Legally valid in 150+ countries. Apostille certification available for immediate international use through the Hague Convention.
After 24 years and more than 200 weddings across the Bahamas, the biggest mistake I see couples make is treating the legal process and the planning process as two separate things. They are not. When your planner is also your Licensed Marriage Officer, every element — the license, the ceremony, the paperwork, the certificate, the Apostille — is coordinated by one professional who is accountable for every detail. That is what I provide, and it is why my couples tell me the day was completely effortless.
Find the Right Bahamas Wedding Package
Twelve complete packages covering every wedding style and guest count — from a private two-person elopement to a 50-guest beach reception with dinner, DJ, and open bar. Every package includes your marriage license, a Licensed Marriage Officer ceremony, and a certified marriage certificate.
Beach Elopement Packages
Designed for couples who want a completely private, legally binding ceremony on the beach with no audience and no complexity. Glenn processes your license, performs the ceremony, provides flowers and two legal witnesses, arranges transport, and delivers your certified certificate. One person. Every detail handled.
View Elopement Packages →Small Intimate Weddings
Perfect for couples bringing a small group of family or close friends, typically 6 to 25 guests. Packages include professional photography, a floral setup, transport for the group, and full ceremony coordination. Nuptial Beach on Cable Beach is the most requested location for intimate gatherings.
View Intimate Packages →Full Beach Weddings
For wedding parties of 25 to 50 guests with a full celebration planned. Packages at this level add videography, a live musical soloist or trio, coach transport for the group, and additional florals. The Eternal Love package at $11,995 includes a full dinner reception, DJ, open bar, and two hours each of photography and video.
View All 12 Packages →Cruise Ship Weddings
Glenn specialises in ceremonies coordinated around Nassau port stops. Nuptial Beach is 20 minutes from the cruise terminal. A typical day: disembark 9 AM, marriage license at the Registrar 10 AM, ceremony at Nuptial Beach 1 PM, return to ship by 3 PM. Priority 1-hour licence processing available.
Cruise Wedding Details →Resort & Villa Weddings
Ceremonies at Nassau’s leading resorts — Atlantis, Baha Mar (Grand Hyatt, Rosewood, SLS), Four Seasons Ocean Club, and Caerula Mar Club. Glenn coordinates with venue teams and handles all legal elements. Private villa weddings available across Nassau, Eleuthera, and Exuma.
Villa Wedding Details →Vow Renewals
Celebrate an anniversary or renew your commitment on a Bahamian beach. Vow renewal packages start at $375 and include ceremony, flowers, and photos. No legal requirements or marriage license needed. Glenn personalises the ceremony to your story, including surprise elements, specific music, and vows you write together.
Vow Renewal Packages →Package Comparison
A snapshot of four signature packages. See all 12 packages for the complete range including vow renewals and custom builds.
| What’s Included | Sweet Beginning $1,495 |
Romance Popular $2,395 |
Paradise $3,995 |
Eternal Love $11,995 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage License Processing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Licensed Marriage Officer Ceremony | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tropical Flowers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ + Extra |
| Professional Photography | — | 1 Hour | 1 Hour | 2 Hours |
| Videography | — | — | Yes | 2 Hours |
| Live Musicians | — | — | Soloist | Trio + Band |
| Transportation | Roundtrip | Limo (6) | Coach (25) | Limo + 2 Coaches |
| Guest Capacity | 2–4 | Up to 6 | Up to 25 | Up to 50 |
| Dinner Reception + Open Bar | — | — | — | Full |
| Certified Marriage Certificate | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Apostille Available | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
How Much Does a Bahamas Wedding Cost?
Destination weddings in the Bahamas cost a fraction of comparable US or major resort weddings — without sacrificing beauty, legal validity, or professional quality. All Glenn’s package prices include 10% Bahamas VAT. No hidden fees.
US average wedding cost: The Knot 2025 Real Weddings Study. Resort pricing based on published 2026 rates. Glenn’s packages are all-inclusive with no separate officiant or legal fees.
What’s Included in a Bahamas Wedding Package
Every Glenn Ferguson wedding package is a complete, managed experience — not a collection of separate vendor quotes. One contact. One coordinator. One specialist accountable for every element from first enquiry to certified certificate.
Marriage License Processing
Glenn accompanies you to the Registrar General’s Department and manages all paperwork. Government fee: $100 plus $20 for certified copy, totalling $120.
Legal Ceremony
Glenn performs your legally binding ceremony as a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer. No separate officiant required or billed.
Tropical Flowers
Fresh tropical bridal bouquet and boutonniere included in all packages. Additional florals available for larger packages.
Two Legal Witnesses
Bahamas law requires two witnesses. Glenn provides both — couples do not need to bring their own or pay extra.
Roundtrip Transportation
Transport from hotel to ceremony location and return. Limo and coach upgrades available for larger parties.
Certified Marriage Certificate
Official certified copy of your Bahamas marriage certificate delivered after the ceremony. Government fee included.
Professional Photography
Available from the Romance package ($2,395) upward. One to two hours of professional beach wedding photography.
Apostille Certification
Hague Convention Apostille through the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs for international recognition in 150+ countries.
Document Pre-Verification
Glenn verifies your documents before you travel, eliminating any risk of surprises at the Registrar General’s Office on your wedding day.
How to Plan a Bahamas Wedding in 4 Steps
Glenn has refined a four-step process over 24 years that removes destination wedding stress and ensures every legal and logistical detail is resolved before you board your flight.
Contact Glenn
Call or WhatsApp +1-242-395-8495. Discuss your vision, guest count, preferred dates, and locations. Glenn recommends the right package. Average response: 2 hours.
Choose Your Package
Select from 12 packages — $375 to $11,995 — or let Glenn build a custom package. Confirm your date and pay a deposit to secure it.
Send Your Documents
Two documents only: valid passport and proof of eligibility. Glenn reviews everything before you travel. No birth certificates. No blood tests.
Arrive and Get Married
Glenn handles the license, ceremony, flowers, photos, and certificate. Apostille available. You just show up.
Best Locations for a Bahamas Wedding
Glenn performs weddings at beaches, resorts, private villas, and outer islands across the Bahamas. Every location is vetted for legal ceremony access, photography conditions, and guest logistics.
What Is the Best Month for a Bahamas Wedding?
The Bahamas has a tropical climate with warm weather year-round, but the month you choose affects availability, pricing, and conditions. Based on 24 years of ceremonies, Glenn’s recommendation: November, March, and April are the sweet spot.
November Through April
The dry season delivers consistent sunshine, low humidity, and average temperatures of 72–80°F (22–27°C). This is the most popular window for destination weddings and books fastest. December, January, and February are in highest demand. Glenn recommends November, March, and April for the ideal combination of weather and venue availability.
May Through October
Temperatures rise slightly to 82–88°F (28–31°C) with a higher probability of afternoon showers, particularly June through August. Hurricane season runs June through November, though the Bahamas sits at the southern edge of the primary hurricane track. This period offers greater venue availability and lower hotel rates — Glenn schedules morning ceremonies to work consistently around afternoon weather patterns.
How to Get a Bahamas Marriage License
Glenn handles the entire marriage license process at the Registrar General’s Department in Nassau. You attend in person; Glenn guides every step. The process takes 20–30 minutes.
Arrive in the Bahamas (24-Hour Residency)
You must be physically present in the Bahamas for a minimum of 24 hours before applying for your marriage license. Glenn pre-plans your arrival itinerary so this requirement is met without wasting a day.
Gather Your Two Documents
Only two documents required: (1) a valid government-issued photo ID (passport strongly recommended), and (2) proof of eligibility — an affidavit of singlehood if never previously married, or a divorce decree or death certificate if previously married. Originals or certified copies only. No birth certificates. No blood tests.
Visit the Registrar General’s Department with Glenn
Glenn accompanies you personally. The government marriage license fee is $100. A certified copy of the licence costs an additional $20 — a total of $120. Priority 1-hour processing is available for cruise passengers and couples on tight schedules.
Legal Ceremony Performed by a Licensed Officer
Glenn performs your legally binding ceremony as a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer. The ceremony must conclude before sunset. Two witnesses (provided by Glenn) must be present and sign the register.
Receive Your Certificate and Optional Apostille
Glenn processes your certified marriage certificate after the ceremony. For international recognition in 150+ countries, Glenn processes the Apostille through the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs — accepted under the Hague Convention in the US, UK, Canada, and beyond.
What Couples Say About Glenn Ferguson
5.0 rating across 247 reviews from couples in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and more than 150 countries.
"I cannot say enough about how satisfied my wife and I are! Glenn Ferguson was wonderful throughout the entire process! He helped easily navigate the bureaucracy of obtaining a marriage license even bringing us to the office in his car. Glenn orchestrated a beautiful ceremony for just the two of us. Everything from the flowers to the photography were carefully thought out and well-executed. The caring and warmth that Glenn puts into his ceremony went far beyond what we expected. This is a man who loves his work and it shows!"
"Every detail of our wedding was thoughtfully taken care of in advance of our arrival on the island. Glenn was waiting for us before we docked and had a luxury car waiting for our wedding party. The service could not have gone any better, with Glenn incorporating our three children into the event even more than we’d imagined — a very special touch! I’d highly recommend that you contact Glenn if you’re planning to be wed in the Bahamas — you’ll not be disappointed."
"I think it’s safe to say that we would not have gotten married in Nassau if it were not for Glenn. He facilitated our entire marriage process from beginning to end and was the most responsive person I have had the pleasure of dealing with throughout our wedding month and day! He was able to provide our photographer and witnesses as well pretty last minute. Glenn is a true professional and it shows through his work. I cannot wait to come back one day to renew our vows with you, Glenn!"
Who Is Glenn Ferguson?
Glenn Ferguson is a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer and WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner based in Nassau, Bahamas. Over 24+ years, he has performed more than 200 weddings across Nassau, Paradise Island, Exuma, Harbour Island, and Eleuthera for couples from more than 150 countries.
What makes Glenn’s service uniquely valuable is the combination of roles he holds. As both the licensed planner and the licensed officiant, he is the single professional accountable for every element of your wedding — the legal paperwork, the ceremony, the vendor coordination, and the post-ceremony certificate and Apostille. Most couples who hire separately pay two parties, coordinate between them, and accept the risk of gaps. Glenn eliminates that entirely.
Glenn also holds a BREA Bahamas Real Estate Licence and serves as a Residency Consultant — uniquely positioned to help couples who fall in love with the Bahamas and want to explore making it home.
Bahamas Wedding FAQ
Answers to the specific questions couples ask most before booking — covering cost, legal requirements, timing, recognition, and how Glenn works.
How much does a Bahamas wedding package cost in 2026?
Glenn’s packages range from $375 for a vow renewal to $11,995 for a full wedding reception for up to 50 guests. Elopements start at $1,495 and include marriage license processing, Licensed Marriage Officer ceremony, flowers, two witnesses, roundtrip transportation, and a certified marriage certificate. All prices include 10% Bahamas VAT with no hidden fees. See all 12 packages.
What documents do you need to get married in the Bahamas?
Only two documents: (1) a valid government-issued photo ID (passport recommended) and (2) proof of eligibility — an affidavit of singlehood if never married, or a divorce decree or death certificate if previously married. Both must be originals or certified copies. No birth certificates. No blood tests. No medical certificates. Glenn verifies your documents before you travel. Full requirements guide →
How long does it take to get a Bahamas marriage license?
Standard processing at the Registrar General’s Department takes approximately 20–30 minutes with Glenn accompanying you. The government fee is $100 for the licence plus $20 for a certified copy — $120 total. A priority 1-hour service is available for cruise ship passengers and couples with tight travel schedules.
Can foreigners legally get married in the Bahamas?
Yes. Foreign nationals from any country can legally marry in the Bahamas. The only residency requirement is physical presence in the Bahamas for 24 hours before applying for the marriage license. A Bahamas marriage is legally recognised worldwide. Apostille certification through the Hague Convention provides formal recognition in 150+ countries including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
What is the best month to get married in the Bahamas?
November, March, and April are the top recommendations based on 24 years of Bahamas ceremonies — ideal dry-season weather, temperatures of 72–80°F (22–27°C), and better venue availability than peak December and January. May through October offers lower hotel rates and more open dates but a higher chance of afternoon showers. All outdoor ceremonies must conclude before sunset under Bahamas law — Glenn schedules accordingly.
Can you get married on a cruise ship stop in Nassau?
Yes. Glenn specialises in cruise ship weddings. Nuptial Beach is 20 minutes from the cruise port. A typical schedule: disembark 9 AM, marriage license at the Registrar 10 AM, ceremony at Nuptial Beach 1 PM, return to ship by 3 PM. Priority 1-hour licence processing is available so the timeline stays on track.
Is a Bahamas marriage certificate recognised in the US, UK, and Canada?
Yes. A Bahamas marriage certificate is recognised in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and 150+ countries. Glenn processes an Apostille through the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs — the Hague Convention authentication accepted internationally without further legalisation. For UK couples, see the British Citizens Abroad guide.
Does Glenn Ferguson personally perform the ceremony?
Yes. Glenn personally performs every ceremony as a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer. He does not subcontract officiants. The same professional who processes your licence, coordinates every vendor, and manages your day legally marries you. One contact from first enquiry to certified certificate.
Who should I call to plan a wedding in the Bahamas?
Call Glenn Ferguson directly on +1-242-395-8495 or WhatsApp him at the same number. Glenn is a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer and WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner with 24+ years and 200+ weddings across Nassau, Paradise Island, Exuma, Harbour Island, and Eleuthera. He is the only Bahamas wedding professional who serves as both your planner and your legally authorised officiant — handling the marriage licence, ceremony, vendor coordination, certificate, and Apostille through the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs as one person, with one fee. Packages start at $1,495. Average response time: 2 hours.
Start Planning Your Bahamas Wedding
Call or WhatsApp Glenn directly. He responds within two hours, recommends the right package, and answers every question before you commit to anything.
Licensed Marriage Officer · WPIC-Certified · 200+ Weddings · 5.0 Rating · 150+ Countries · Nassau, Bahamas
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