Wedding Photographer Paris France

What are some things we need to take into account if we plan on having a destination wedding in Paris, France? (my fiance and I are both Americans)

Most importantly, can someone please provide information on marriage licenses? I have just begun to look into it and don't know much about how to obtain one. Also, if we get a marriage license in France, will we need another one back in the US? Will the French marriage license be valid through legal issues (i.e. wills)?

We would also like to hire a photographer and a make-up artist for the wedding. What is the best way to arrange everything smoothly? We are having a small wedding (10-15 guests) with a reception at a restaurant so we don't need to worry about a caterer... is there anyone else we need to hire besides the photographer/make-up artist?

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Thanks for everyone's opinons, but I'm set on getting married in Paris. I've been there several times and have found it enjoyable each and every time. Obviously I know it is not a tropical city and some areas are packed with tourists, but it's what my fiance and I want.

I strongly suggest to anyone considering getting married in a foreign country to get married in your home home country first (quietly or discreetly). Why? Because some day you may be very grateful that you have your "home country" marital rules on your side. Yes, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes got married about a week before they left for Italy in a simple ceremony in California.

And not only that . . once you are married you do NOT have to worry about any forms or red tape or waiting periods or legal requirements. You can have your "dream ceremony" anytime or anyplace without the probelms.

Answered by: A Certified wedding specialist / A Professional bridal consultant / A Wedding ceremony officiant

2009-04-11 09:30:51 by swtlilpixie

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