Type of Ceremonies

At Riu Palace Riviera Maya 3 different types of ceremonies are held: Symbolic, Renewal of Vows and Civil*. _{*Civil weddings available with additional cost.}

• Civil Ceremonies: Are performed by a Judge and are legally recognized. Paperwork as well as blood tests are required. The newlyweds will receive a legal marriage certificate in Spanish Language.
• Important:

  Riu Hotels & Resorts prides itself on the reliability of our properties which always welcomes cultural diversity, please note that our Riu properties in Playa del Carmen performs civil same-sex weddings.
  
  

  Civil weddings are legally recognized in the country where the wedding was performed. As each country has specific requirements, we highly recommend you contact your respective Embassy or Consulate to get the complete information of the procedure that you will have to follow with the purpose of legalize your Marriage Certificate in your country. *Riu Hotels and Resorts is not responsible for this legal procedure.
• Symbolic & Renewal of Vows Ceremonies
  : Are Blessing Ceremonies performed by a Non-denominational Minister and are not legally recognized. No paper work, blood tests and witnesses are required. After the ceremony, wedding couple will receive a “symbolic” marriage certificate.
  
• Important: Riu Hotels & Resorts prides itself on the reliability of our properties which always welcome cultural diversity, please note that our Riu properties in Mexico perform symbolic same-sex weddings.
  
  In order to apply for a renewal of vows ceremony is a must to send a photocopy from the legal marriage certificate of your home country.
  

Locations

• All of our resorts offer different locations to hold the wedding ceremony. At Riu Palace Riviera Maya you may choose from:
  
  • • Beach*: Maximum capacity 100 persons *Location subject to weather and tide conditions.
    According to local Government regulations, a federal tax of $300.00 USD applies for every event that takes place on the beach. This tax is subject to change every year.
    
  • • Garden: Maximum capacity 100 persons