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The Maldives
overwater bliss

Overwater villas, private sandbanks and impossibly clear water. The Maldives is the ultimate setting for a small, unforgettable wedding.

01 Why marry here

Why couples choose
The Maldives

i.

Breathtaking settings for an intimate ceremony.

ii.

One island, one resort, complete privacy.

iii.

A honeymoon that begins the moment you say “I do”.

02 Where & how

Popular areas
& settings

Overwater villas · Private islands

i.

Beach ceremonies

On the sand at sunset, often just the two of you.

ii.

Sandbanks and jetties

Remote, unforgettable settings.

iii.

Resort celebrations

Private dinners and small gatherings.

Every venue and package is different. We will confirm exactly what is available and included before anything is booked.

03 Planning notes

Good to
know

When to marry

The drier north-east monsoon season, roughly December to April, is the most popular time. May to November brings more rain and wind, though it stays warm all year.

Ceremony & paperwork

Two foreign non-Muslim visitors cannot legally marry in the Maldives, because Maldivian marriage law applies Islamic principles. Wedding ceremonies at Maldivian resorts are symbolic: beautiful and personal, with a ceremonial certificate, but with no legal effect. Couples usually complete the legal marriage in the UK before or after their trip.

Legal or symbolic?A legal ceremony abroad makes you married under that country’s law. A symbolic ceremony has all the romance without the paperwork, and many couples then complete a short legal formality in the UK. Requirements vary and can change, so always check current official guidance for your destination, including GOV.UK’s guidance on getting married abroad, before booking.

For your guests

Best for couples marrying alone or with a very small group, given travel and resort costs. We can help guests with flights from different UK airports, accommodation options and, where available, payment arrangements.

Honeymoon pairing

You are already on honeymoon, or add Dubai or Sri Lanka.

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Marry in The Maldives

Tell us a little about your plans. Nothing is booked or committed until you are ready.