In Paris, getting legally married is difficult for tourists because French law requires at least one person to have lived there for 40 days. This rule, along with the need for specific documents like proof of residence, makes it hard for most visitors to have a legal wedding in the city.
Getting legally married in Paris is only possible for those who are born or live in Paris for a long time, but not for tourists.
That's why all our ceremonies are symbolic. You can get married before or after.
Getting legally married in Paris is only possible for those who are born or live in Paris for a long time, but not for tourists.
That's why all our ceremonies are symbolic. You can get married before or after.
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Article by — Tim
planned 300 elopements in Paris
GETTING LEGALLY MARRIED BEFORE OR AFTER?
WILL YOUR CEREMONY BE LEGAL? SHORT ANSWER: NO
Getting legally married before the elopement:
-It is simpler. Handling the legalities beforehand will allow you to fully focus on each other.
-You have that inner peace and don't think about anything else than photoshoot and vows.
-Family can be a part of your legal ceremony and feel included.
Getting legally married after the elopement:
-Real emotions. Your symbolic ceremony will be the first one, real tears and emotions.
-It is simpler. Handling the legalities beforehand will allow you to fully focus on each other.
-You have that inner peace and don't think about anything else than photoshoot and vows.
-Family can be a part of your legal ceremony and feel included.
Getting legally married after the elopement:
-Real emotions. Your symbolic ceremony will be the first one, real tears and emotions.
