How to Marry in Cuba

Cuba Marriage Law Requirements

What are the legal requirements to get married in Cuba?
Legal age for marriage is 18 years for both men and women.
Bride and Groom may not be related by blood, marriage or adoption.
Four witnesses are required.

How long do I have to be resident in Cuba before I can get married?
Three working days.

Getting a marriage licence
You must apply for a marriage licence at the Ministry of National Security, this can be done through your wedding planner and can take up to four weeks to process
You must be able to state the full names of both your parents as well as yourselves on the application form and send in the documents below.
A Certificate of No Impediment can be issued only after banns have been posted for 21 days.

What legal papers do I need to take with me?
Passports.
Birth Certificates.
Cuban Tourist Card.
Certificate of No Impediment.
List your full names, addresses, occupations, level of education, nationalities, and the full names of your parents, and attach a copy of the photo page of your passport to this list.
If you have been divorced then the final divorce papers must be shown.
If you are widowed then the death certificate of your previous spouse must be shown as well as your previous Marriage Certificate.
All documents must be translated into Spanish, notarised, and then legalised by the Cuban consul in your home country. A copy of every document should be faxed to your hotel in Cuba at least 3 weeks before the ceremony.