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Getting Married in Ireland
by Anne Lanier

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Have you ever considered having your dream wedding in Ireland?

You are not alone. The days of quickie Vegas weddings, cookie-cutter ceremonies and corporate hotel receptions are on the way out. Modern couples want a unique wedding location and vacation they can enjoy together with their intimate circle of family and close friends.

While the average American wedding can easily cost US$20,000 for just one evening, couples are finding they can spend four days celebrating with their guests in Ireland for half of that cost.

It is no surprise that so many American couples and international celebrities are opting to escape to Ireland for their dream weddings. The short, five-hour flight from the US makes it both accessible and irresistible. And a destination wedding takes the pressure off the couple and their families because no one is hosting from their home or hometown, so local distractions are immediately eliminated setting the scene for a dream vacation for everyone in attendance.

If you intend to have a wedding with more than 10 guests traveling to Ireland, I would strongly suggest you get some professional assistance. Assistance may include a specialized travel agent or an Irish wedding coordinator. Although it can be hard work if you pursue planning without professional help, it can be done. Some coordinators like myself offer a vendor and locations list for a minimal fee. This is great option for couples with experience in planning or who may be working with a tight budget because you have access to the top Irish vendors and you get the pre-negotiated rates.

However, most couples have little or no experience in planning an event or wedding and finding the perfect location, hiring the top local vendors and organizing a wedding in another country may seem daunting. But with the skills and experience of a good coordinator, planning your wedding in Ireland will be easy and even fun. When shopping for a coordinator, look for a company that works on a flat fee system to protect yourself from inflated 'estimate work' (hourly rates and percentages).

Be sure to get a written contract that states exactly what you will be paying. You don't want to be surprised by the bill on your special day. Hiring a wedding coordinator could be one of the best decisions you make for peace of mind as well as making your budget go further.

All legal marriages in Ireland are recognized in the United States. Legal marriages may be either religious or civil. Couples must make notification of the intended marriage to the local registrar in Ireland 90 days before the ceremony either by mail or in person.

RELIGIOUS CEREMONY

In order to marry legally in the Catholic Church in Ireland, the couple must be Catholic. There is NO residency requirement for a religious ceremony in Ireland.

CIVIL CEREMONY

In order to marry legally in a civil ceremony the couple must meet a residency requirement. There are two ways to meet this residency requirement:

1. By License - Requires that the couple be in the district area for 15 days before

or

2. By Certificate - Requires that the couple be in the district area for 7 days and then return to Ireland after 21 days and no later than one year for the ceremony (2 visits to Ireland).

BLESSING CEREMONY

Many couples are opting to marry legally in their local city hall in the USA, considering this portion as paperwork, and having a formal, non-legal ceremony in Ireland at the location of their choice. This works well because the couple does not have to meet residency, legal or religious requirements.

Whether you are married in an ancient 16th century castle tower or in a quaint chapel next to the crashing Atlantic Ocean, the Irish will embrace your desire to experience their rich and vibrant culture. As the Irish have a fierce pride in their heritage, there is an abundance of information on tradition, art, poetry, music and language that can play an essential role in your Irish wedding.

Good Luck in your planning!



Anne Lanier is the founder of Anne Lanier Weddings - Ireland Weddings Visit Anne's website at: www.AnneLanierWeddings.com

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