Gibraltar Registry Office Package
The Gibraltar Registry Office offers a discreet and dignified setting for civil marriage and civil partnership ceremonies. Over the years, well-known names including John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Sean Connery and Roger Moore have chosen to marry at a Registry Office in Gibraltar.
A Gibraltar Registry Office wedding provides a beautifully simple and internationally recognised way to legally marry in Europe. It operates under the Gibraltar Marriage Act, ensuring your marriage certificate is fully valid worldwide. Couples appreciate its elegance, efficiency, and dignified atmosphere.
Ceremonies are currently held at the Mario Finlayson Gallery, located within Gibraltar’s City Hall. The venue can accommodate up to 50 guests, including the couple and the Registrar.
Weddings are conducted on weekdays, with the following time slots available:
• Monday to Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Most registry office wedding Gibraltar ceremonies last approximately 10–15 minutes, allowing time afterwards for photographs inside City Hall and nearby historic surroundings.
Your Gibraltar Registry Office Wedding Package Includes:
Wedding Date Booking
We liaise directly with you and the Registrar to help arrange your preferred wedding date and time. As your wedding planners, we coordinate the booking with the civil status and registration office and keep you informed throughout the process.
Legal Documentation Support
We assist with your legal documentation and the requirements set by the civil status and registration office. Your documents are reviewed in advance to help make sure they meet the applicable requirements for your wedding in Gibraltar.
Licence & Registration Fees
Handling of ALL fees on your behalf (there are no hidden fees to be paid)
These fees include:
- The fee for the special licence granted under the Gibraltar Marriage Act.
- All ceremony and registration fees required by the Gibraltar Registry Office.
- Commissioner for oaths and/or notary public fees.
- 1 original marriage certificate.
This transparent structure ensures your Gibraltar registry office wedding is fully arranged with no unexpected costs upon arrival.
Custom Bouquet & Buttonhole
A bridal bouquet, along with a matching buttonhole. You will, of course, choose the colour, ensuring your civil partnership or civil marriage reflects your personal style.
Ceremony Photography
Photography during the ceremony (photos will then be sent to you via a weblink).
Professional images capture the key legal moments of your ceremony as well as celebratory photographs immediately afterwards.
Witnesses Provision (If Needed)
We will also act as witnesses (if required) on your wedding. Note that 2 persons over the age of 18 are required. If you’re an EEA national or from outside the EU, you can still enter Gibraltar and get married here easily, subject to submission of other documents such as your national identity card, birth certificate, and proof of normal residence.
Booking the Gibraltar Registry Office Directly or Using a Wedding Planner
You can arrange your Gibraltar Registry Office wedding directly with the Registry Office, or you can choose to use a wedding planner to coordinate the process.
When arranging your wedding directly, you manage your own communication with the Registry Office, documentation, appointments and other arrangements. With our Registry Office Package, Sweet Gibraltar Weddings coordinates your wedding date with the Registrar and assists with the required documentation and legal arrangements.
The package also includes the applicable ceremony and registration fees, special licence, Commissioner for Oaths and/or notary fees, one original marriage certificate and witnesses where required, along with the bouquet, buttonhole and ceremony photography listed above.
This gives couples the choice of arranging the Registry Office wedding themselves or using a wedding planner to coordinate the different parts of the process.
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For a tailor-made Wedding Package, we can provide you with the following additional services
Collection upon arrival at
either Gibraltar or Spain
airport.
Booking accommodation for
you and your guests.
Catering and restaurant planning tailored to your preferences, dietary needs, & guest count.
Make-up, hairstyling, eyelash extensions, manicure, facials, massage waxing etc.
Custom-designed wedding cake based on your style, theme, and flavour preferences.
Wedding car / chauffeur service with luxury vehicle options available.
Wedding favours for guests, matching your theme and preferences.
Professional photographer to capture the full civil partnership/marriage ceremony and celebration.
Experienced videographer for full-day coverage or highlight reels.
Gibraltar tours for couples or groups, with custom itineraries.
How the Gibraltar Registry Office Wedding Process Works
Step 1: Document Review
You send scanned copies of your required documents in advance. We confirm compliance with registry office requirements before travel.
Step 2: Arrival in Gibraltar
Couples typically arrive at least one working day before the ceremony to present original documentation and complete a statutory declaration.
Step 3: Ceremony at City Hall
Your Gibraltar registry office wedding takes place at the confirmed time slot inside the Mario Finlayson Gallery.
Step 4: Marriage Certificate Issued
Following registration, you receive your official marriage certificate recognised internationally.
Most couples complete the full Gibraltar weddings registry office process within two to three days.
Legal Requirements for a Registry Office Wedding in Gibraltar
To marry at the registry office in Gibraltar, couples generally require:
- Valid passports
- Full birth certificates
- Proof of marital status (if previously married)
- Proof of normal residence
- Two witnesses aged 18 or over
Additional documentation may be requested depending on nationality, but non-residents are welcome to marry in Gibraltar subject to proper verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Gibraltar Registry Office wedding cost?
The Gibraltar Registry Office Wedding Package costs £525. Contact Sweet Gibraltar Weddings for the current package price and availability.
Can I book my Gibraltar Registry Office wedding directly?
Yes. Couples can contact the Gibraltar Registry Office directly to arrange their ceremony. Sweet Gibraltar Weddings also offers a Registry Office wedding package for couples who would like assistance with the booking, documentation, legal arrangements and other wedding services.
Do I need a wedding planner to book the Gibraltar Registry Office?
No. You do not need a wedding planner to get married at the Gibraltar Registry Office. Couples can arrange their wedding directly with the Registry Office. Sweet Gibraltar Weddings offers a complete planning service to help coordinate the wedding date, documentation, legal arrangements, witnesses where required and other services included in the package which is not offered when booking your wedding directly with the Registry Office.
What is a Gibraltar Registry Office wedding?
A Gibraltar Registry Office wedding is a civil marriage conducted at the official marriage registry in Gibraltar. The ceremony is legally binding and internationally recognised.
How do I get married at the registry office in Gibraltar?
To arrange a Registry Office wedding in Gibraltar, you need to submit the required documentation, attend a pre-ceremony declaration and arrange a ceremony slot with the Registrar. Sweet Gibraltar Weddings can coordinate the process and assist with the required arrangements.
What documents are required for a Gibraltar registry office wedding?
Couples must provide valid passports, birth certificates, proof of marital status (if previously married), and proof of normal residence. All documents are reviewed in advance to ensure compliance with registry requirements.
Can non-residents get married at the Gibraltar Registry Office?
The package includes wedding date coordination, legal documentation support, applicable licence and registration fees, Commissioner for Oaths and/or notary fees, one original marriage certificate, a bridal bouquet and buttonhole, ceremony photography and witnesses where required.
What is included in the Gibraltar Registry Office Wedding Package?
Yes. Non-residents can legally marry at the Gibraltar weddings registry office provided documentation is verified and all legal formalities are completed.
How long does a registry office wedding take in Gibraltar?
The ceremony itself usually lasts 10–15 minutes. Most couples complete the full Gibraltar marriage registry process within two to three working days.
