Great Destination Weddings 2020 Annual Vol. 9 No. 9 | Page 107

Samoa

When you think of the Pacific Islands, incredible beaches are what naturally springs to mind. Samoa not only boasts some of the world’s most beautiful stretches of sand, it also offers a wealth of lush rainforest, mountain and valley views and nature trails. It’s a slow-paced hideaway that’ll leave you and your guests ultra-relaxed and totally blissed out.

Making it legal

At least 14 days before arriving in Samoa, fax a completed Intent to Marry form, along with copies of your birth certificates and passports (plus divorce documents or a spouse’s death certificate if relevant) to the Ministry of Justicein Apia. You’ll need to make sure you’re in Samoa at least a few days before your wedding, and be prepared to pay a nominal fee to the Ministry of Justice before you can legally exchange vows.

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