StrayWeddings.com Blog: Legal Requirements for Getting Married in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

The following is a summary of civil marriage requirements between foreigners in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico.

Most hotels request that bride, groom and witnesses be in Mexico at least 2-4 business days before the wedding.
Completed marriage application form.
Two witnesses for bride and groom (total of 4 witnesses). Witnesses must be at least 18 years old and cannot be the parents of the bride or groom.
Original and certified copy of birth certificates for bride and groom (Apostilled* copies)
Valid passports for bride, groom, and witnesses
Tourist cards for bride, groom, and witnesses. Tourist cards are issued at the airport upon arrival.
If divorced, the final Divorce Decree must be presented (original and Apostilled* copy). At least one year must have elapsed from the date on the divorce decree. Check with your wedding coordinator for further details.
If widowed, the Death Certificate must be presented (original and Apostilled* copy). At least one year must have elapsed from the date on the death certificate. Check with your wedding coordinator for further details.

* Americans need to have their documents Apostilled. Canadians need to have their documents stamped and signed by the Mexican consulate officer in Canada.

The above information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. For complete details, talk to your wedding coordinator, the Registro Civil, the Mexican Embassy, or the Mexican Consulate in your area.

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