What is Elopement?
Elopement is a marriage that is conducted in a sudden and secretive fashion, sometimes involving a hurried flight away from one’s place of residence together with one’s beloved with the intention of getting married without parental approval.
Elopement Packages In South Africa
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HOW TO LEGALLY ELOPE IN SOUTH AFRICA
I’d personally recommend getting legally married in the U.S. to make it easier on you both and then have the symbolic ceremony in South Africa.
But if you want to legally get married in South Africa, it is possible. What do you need to elope in South Africa? South African couples with residency or citizenship will need an abridged marriage certificate.
However, foreign couples may need an unabridged marriage certificate or an apostille. Unfortunately, the exact requirements for legal marriage in South Africa will depend on where you hold citizenship and where you reside.
Where can I elope in South Africa?
Land of Giants, Kruger National Park
The Pafuri area is home to the otherworldly baobabs and ancient settlements, but there’s so much more here for couples looking to elope in Kruger National Park. The sprawling desert with giant baobab trees is an absolutely epic place for your South African elopement.
Can you elope in South Africa?
Have the correct marriage permits before you elope to Cape Town. Generally, a South African couple requires an abridged marriage certificate, whereas foreign couples might require unabridged marriage certificates or an apostille. The exact requirements can depend on your country of origin.
How much does it cost to get married in South Africa?
According to research conducted by The Wedding Expo, South African couples spend between R80 000 and R120 000 on their wedding.
This can easily escalate for a high-end wedding with many guests. Read this for tips on cutting back on wedding costs.