Destination Weddings

Greece

11 Venues
At a glance

Marrying in Greece

Greece offers whitewashed chapels, olive groves and long tavern tables by the sea. From Santorini cliffs to quieter Ionian islands, there is a setting for every size and style of wedding.

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Best timeMay to Jun, Sep

Warm sea without August crowds

Flight time3 to 4 hours

Direct to Athens and many islands, around 3 to 4 hours

VisaNo visa

Up to 90 days in 180, EES biometric checks apply

Legal weddingLegally binding

Civil or Orthodox. You need apostilled birth certificates and a Certificate of No Impediment, officially translated into Greek

Top tipAllow border time

Allow extra time at the border. The new EU Entry and Exit System can mean longer queues for guests

Checked against official UK government and embassy guidance. Rules can change, so confirm paperwork with the registry before you book.

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11 venues in Greece

Hand-picked from 324 venues in 31 countries and 59 areas

When to book

Your Greece wedding, month by month

Marrying abroad runs to a longer clock than at home. The best venues book a year or more ahead, and the legal paperwork has its own timings. Here is the order that works.

  1. 12 to 18 months
  2. 12 months
  3. 9 months
  4. 6 months
    • Book photographer, florist and music
    • Plan a menu tasting or site visit
    • Arrange travel insurance
  5. 3 months
    • Start the legal paperwork, sooner if your route asks
    • Confirm final guest numbers
    • Plan the welcome and farewell events
  6. 1 month
    • Final payments and timings
    • Pack documents in your hand luggage
    • Hand the day over to your planner