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10 Essential Facts to Know Before Officiating a Wedding in Puerto Rico

The facts below cover all the important aspects of what requirements you need to meet to be able to legally officiate a wedding ceremony in Puerto Rico.

1.

Who Can Officiate Weddings in Puerto Rico?

All ministers, including online ordained ministers can solemnize marriage in Puerto Rico.

2.

Are Online Ordinations Recognized in Puerto Rico?

Yes. All online ordained ministers, including those ordained through AMM are recognized in Puerto Rico.

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3.

Is Government Registration Required to Officiate a Wedding in Puerto Rico?

Yes. All officiants must register with the Puerto Rico Demographics Registry Department before they officiate a wedding.

4.

What Office Do I Register with Before Officiating a Wedding in Puerto Rico?

The Demographics Registry Department in Puerto Rico is responsible for officiant registration.

5.

What is the Minimum Legal Age to Officiate a Wedding in Puerto Rico?

All Wedding Officiants in Puerto Rico must be at least 18 years old.

6.

Does my Residency Affect the Registration Process?

No. Your state or country of residence is irrelevant to the officiant registration process in Puerto Rico.

7.

Does the Puerto Rico Government Provide an Application I Need to Complete?

Maybe. You may need to complete a form at the Demographics Registry Department but they do not provide a form online.

8.

Do I Need to Submit Proof of my Ministry Credentials to the Puerto Rico Government?

Yes. You are required to submit an official copy of your Ministry Credentials to the Demographics Registry Department.

9.

How Much Does the Officiant Registration Process Cost in Puerto Rico?

It will cost you about $25 to register as a wedding officiant in Puerto Rico.

10.

How Long Does it Take to Register as a Wedding Officiant in Puerto Rico?

Normally, registration is done in person and takes no more than a few hours. Considering the COVID epidemic, plan for delays in this process. That being so, it should not take long once you have all the required materials.


Puerto Rico Officiant Registration Step-by-Step Instructions

For a more detailed guide on how to complete the officiant registration process in Puerto Rico, check out our Puerto Rico Officiant Registration page by clicking the button below.


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