Fiji - Weddings   WEDDINGS You can choose from modern international resorts or smaller more intimate islands because this tropical paradise has a resort just right for you. Some resorts will help you arrange your wedding either in traditional Fijian style or the white wedding of your dreams. Whatever your plans, come and discover why Fijians are the world’s best hosts and dive into Fiji for a wedding and honeymoon that you’ll never forget. You better believe it! In Fiji, everything has its very own pace with a relaxed, unhurried philosophy behind everything. Don’t get annoyed...chill out and go with the flow. Aren’t you stressing out with all your wedding plans? wouldn’t it be great, once the hectic schedule of your wedding is over, to arrive at a place which is so mellow and unhurried that you probably don’t even have to wear a watch anymore? The Fiji people are so warm and friendly that no matter what resort you stay at, you will probably find yourself greeted with hugs, the female staff mothering you with genuine concern and hospitality so touching you’ll be lost for words.  Marriage license Requirements Original or certified copy of birth certificates Valid Passports (with valid visitors permit) Decree Absolute documents (divorce papers) if relevant Death certificate of deceased former spouse (if relevant) Confirmatory letter on current marital status to be obtained from marriage registry where the application resides or statutory declaration signed by a Justice of Peace or Notary Public or Solicitor to prove that he/she has not entered into marriage before(this declaration applies to first or second marriage). Officially witnessed consent of your father if you are under 21 (or mother if father is deceased) Valid marriage ages in Fiji are: 16 years and above for female and 18 years and above for male. Names of witnesses who are 21 years of age, or over. Applicants from Asian Nationals who are named herein: Chinese/ Philippines/ Pakistan/ Korea/ India) are to apply one (1) month in advance for their marriage license Application forms can be obtained from Head Office of the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages in Suva, the Divisional Registrar Offices either in Lautoka or Labasa or any of the District Offices in Fiji. Registration offices are open between 8.30am and 3.30pm Monday through Friday. The license is valid for 28 days from the date of issue (within which time the marriage may be performed as stated in the license) and the marriage officer should satisfy himself/herself that the license is still in force.  Marriage Fees Current marriage fees and in Fiji dollars. Payment should be made in cash, postal or money order or bank cheque. Application for Special license: F$20.25 Marriage performed within registry (including marriage certificate): F$22.5 Marriage performed by the Registrar General or District Registrar outside office after normal office hours: F$30.68 Notice of intention to marry: F$5.63 Address Registrar General’s Office Ground Floor, Suvavou House, Victoria parade, Suva Ph: (670) 3315280 Fax: (679) 3304917

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