Destination Weddings

Turkey

10 Venues
At a glance

Marrying in Turkey

Turkey offers couples turquoise coast venues, Bosphorus palaces and hospitality that makes guests feel looked after. Food, value and short flights make it a very strong all rounder.

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Best timeMay to Jun, Sep to Oct

Warm without midsummer heat

Flight time4 hours

Direct to Dalaman from Gatwick

VisaNo visa

British citizens up to 90 days in any 180

Legal weddingLegally binding

At the municipal marriage office, with an apostilled certificate of no impediment, birth certificates and a local health report

Top tipBook an interpreter

If either of you does not speak Turkish, a notary interpreter must attend the ceremony, so book one early

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

Explore Turkey by area

Antalya & Belek2 venues · Beachfront, ResortExplore the area →Bodrum3 venues · Beachfront, ResortExplore the area →Cappadocia2 venues · Boutique, HistoricExplore the area →Istanbul2 venues · Historic, BoutiqueExplore the area →

10 venues in Turkey

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

When to book

Your Turkey 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