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Zanzibar Wedding
The Palms is
undoubtedly Zanzibar's most romantic retreat and is designed as a romantic
and intimate getaway for two.
If you are interested in celebrating your wedding in an extra special way,
the Palms can also organize the Island ceremony of your dreams.......
Please contact us for more details about the different Wedding packages and
special arrangements.
email:
info@splendidadventuresafaris.com
Documentation Requirements:
Terms & Conditions
Civil ceremonies must be held in the
morning and on weekdays only.
Civil ceremonies are held in town and will
be followed by a symbolic ceremony on the beach at the hotel with the couple
stating their own vows.
We recommend that the bride & groom book a Superior Deluxe room during
the wedding.
All out door and beach activities including the cruise are dependent on
tides and weather.
All documentation for the wedding must be received within the time frame
specified.
Wedding performed by Minister at hotel.
Need to provide the following in a document
certified by a Public Notary: Application letter (must be in English and
signed by both parties) indicating that both applicants are single and want
to marry in Zanzibar with the intended date of marriage. This document
should include the following information: domicile, birth registration
information, names, birth dates and birthplace of parents. Statement that
you are single (extremely important) This letter should be addressed to:
Regional Commissioner
P.O. Box 265
Zanzibar
Please note that you must also bring:
Two photocopies of your passport, Two passport
photographs, Birth registration certificates
ANGLICAN WEDDING REQUIREMENTS:-
1. Birth Certificate
2. Certificate of Baptism. (This is essential for all church weddings)
3. A statement that both the bride and groom are single
4. A letter from their parish indicating that the parish has no objection to
the marriage
CATHOLIC WEDDING REQUIREMENTS:-
Birth Certificate
Letter of consent from the parents (or other family elder if the parents are
deceased)
Letter from their parish indicating that the guests have fulfilled all
requirements for to the marriage within the Catholic Church and that the
parish has no objections to the marriage. This should also indicate that
they have received their 1st Communion as well as Confirmation.
Civil Wedding at Regional Commissioners
Application letter (must be in English and
signed by both parties) indicating that both applications are single and
want to marry in Zanzibar with the intended date of marriage. This letter
should be certified by a Public Notary and should be addressed to:
Regional Commissioner
P.O. Box 265
Zanzibar
1) Two photocopies of your passport
2) Birth registration certificates
3) Certification of domicile
4) Two passport photographs.
5) A paper stating you are single (extremely important)
6) Names, birth dates and birth place of parents.
PLEASE NOTE
Civil Wedding will have to take place in the
Regional Commissioners Office.
Officials in Zanzibar must receive all this information at least 21 days
prior to the intended date of marriage. Prior to the ceremony, the couple
must meet with the Officials to verify all documentation.
This can be the same days as the ceremony.
You must ensure that all documents are received by the hotel at least 25
days before the intended date of marriage. Documents must be sent by
registered mail or courier in order to ensure delivery. We cannot accept
responsibility for any documents sent by other means.
Please note that requirements and processing periods in Zanzibar are subject
to change without reason or prior notification. The hotel does not accept
any liability whatsoever for changes which occur.