How to Get Married in Puerto Rico

Each person will need to bring a photo ID or passport.

If either party has been divorced or widowed, a divorce decree or death certificate is also required

Each party will need to take a blood test from a federally certified laboratory (in the U.S. or Puerto Rico) within 10 days of the wedding date

A marriage certificate can be acquired in advance from the Puerto Rico Department of Health; Call (787) 767-9120 for more information. A doctor will need to sign and certify your marriage certificate and blood test in Puerto Rico

The couple will then visit the Demographic Registry to obtain the marriage license, and purchase two license stamps (total stamp cost is $30)

Couples can expect to receive their marriage license within ten days of their wedding date

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• wedding regulations in other destinations

Note: Lovetripper.com provides the above information for guidance purposes only. Couples should verify all information with the consulate from their respective countries and with the local offices before making any plans.