Getting married abroad from the UK
Marrying abroad is cheaper per head than most couples expect and harder legally than most venues admit. Each guide covers one country: the real cost for 70 guests, the legal route if there is one, what guests pay, and the timeline that keeps the paperwork on schedule.
Getting married in Spain from the UK: cost, legal steps and timeline
What a Spain wedding costs a UK couple for 70 guests, why a civil ceremony needs Spanish residency, the Catholic and celebrant routes, and a 12-month timeline.
Getting married in Italy from the UK: cost, legal steps and timeline
A 70 guest wedding in Italy costs £28,000 to £60,000 in 2026. The CNI and apostille route to a legal comune ceremony, regional prices, and what guests pay.
Getting married in France from the UK: cost, legal steps and timeline
What a French château wedding costs for 80 guests in 2026, why most UK couples cannot marry at the mairie, the paperwork if you can, and a 12 to 18 month plan.
Getting married in Portugal from the UK: cost, legal steps and timeline
A 70 guest wedding in Portugal costs £21,000 to £51,000 in 2026. The CNI and conservatória route to a legal ceremony, regional prices, IVA and a 12 month plan.