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Definition of Last Minute
We have done weddings within 3 days of Inital contacts by the couple. In general,
it takes us only a few days to get local permission from the town-halls for a destination wedding at the list of Venues below. However the overall approval time depends on the time it takes for each country to approve the wedding - see below.
Who Can Get a LEGAL Last Minute Wedding in Italy?
Couples who want a non-legal wedding - OR - Couples who already have an Atto Notorio or, in the case of US Citizens, can get expedited approval.
- US Citizens - see No Hassle Approval for US Citizens - a week's notice is typically fine (we have done them with three days notice) . This approval is limited to just a few towns in Southern Italy - see Venues below that accept no-hassle approval .
- UK Citizens - have to go through the full approval process (see regulations). This can be done (and has been done) in approximately one month.
- Canadian Citizens - can get last minute approval from the Canadian Embassy in Rome - call them at (39) 06 85 444 2911.
- Other Countries - should contact their embassies in Italy to see if they offer expedited approval.
Where Can You Get Last Minute Weddings in Italy?
There are only a few towns in Italy where you can get last minute approval. Here are the venues where we can arrange LEGAL last minute weddings:
Fully Legal Outdoors Weddings in One of Italy's Most Beautiful Spots
Lovers' Walk - Sentiero degli Innamorati - our least expensive; yet, one of our most beautiful locations for small weddings (legal, religious, and symbolic weddings in Italy) - famous for its legend of the Lovers and the Mermaid. Lovers Walk begins the incomparable
Coast of Maratea.
| Max # people for ceremony |
40 approx (no chairs) |
| Max # people for reception |
N/A |
| Min # people for reception |
N/A |
| Max # people for accommodation |
N/A |
| Min # people for accommodations |
N/A |
| Min # days to book |
1 |
On The Sea & In The Town
The Hotel Pisacane, a four star rated hotel, is a new hotel which sits on Sapri's Luongomare (palm tree lined promenade or boardwalk) a short distance from mainline rail station . Hotel Pisacane is the place to stay for weddings at Lovers Walk, The Sapri Wedding Beach and the
"Deserted Island - Isola dello Scialandro". Boats to these venues will pick you up right in front of the hotel and drop you back off after the ceremony.
| Max # people for ceremony |
60 |
| Max # people for reception |
60 |
| Min # people for reception |
20 |
| Max # people for accommodation |
32 approx |
| Min # people for accommodations |
2 |
| Min # days to book |
1 |
Shabby Chic on The Beach
Wonderful Sandy Beach Looking onto The Amalfi Coast (and the Isle of Capri in the distance) - surrounded by an historic palace and gardens. Have a perfect casual Italian beach wedding at astonishingly low cost. Note: see below for more details
| Max # people for ceremony |
50 |
| Max # people for reception |
50 |
Min # people for reception
(less people can be accommodated, but at least 20 adult reception meals must be paid for) |
20 |
| Max # people for accommodation |
N/A |
| Min # people for accommodations |
N/A |
| Min # days to book |
N/A |
The Ultimate in Beach Wedding - By Romantic Sailboat
This beach is at the bottom of a huge cliff and requires the hire of a boat to get to - we use a sailboat. The wedding beach is on the stunning coast of Maratea - 30 minute sail from the historic fishing port of Porto di Maratea. Scroll down for details.
| Max # people for ceremony |
16 approx |
| Max # people for reception |
N/A |
| Min # people for reception |
N/A |
| Max # people for accommodation |
N/A |
| Min # people for accommodations |
N/A |
| Min # days to book |
1 |
A Romantic & Historic Inn - On The Sea, In the Town
Situated in Castellabate's historical seafront with beautiful perfect sand beaches on either side, lapped by blue ble seas, Villa Sirio offers a historic and intimate wedding venue. The inn is just 250 yards from the bustling town centre - but is extremely peaceful.
Ceremonies are on patio overlooking the sea.
| Max # people for ceremony |
110 |
| Max # people for reception |
110 |
| Min # people for reception |
2 |
| Max # people for accommodation |
70 approx |
| Min # people for accommodations |
2 |
| Min # days to book |
1 |
Inexpensive Hotel in Authentic Hill-town High Above Sea
| Max # people for ceremony at Castle (in courtyard) |
40 |
| Max # people for reception at local restaurant |
40 |
| Min # people for reception |
2 |
| Max # people for accommodation at Hotel San Antonio |
38 (17 rooms) |
| Min # people for accommodations |
n/a |
| Min # days to book |
1 |
One of Europe's Most Beautiful Settings
Hotel Villa Cheta, an intimate small boutique hotel situated in a stunning cove on the beautiful Mediterranean sea, is a wonderful villa that was built centuries ago by the owners family, whose famous hospitality made the villa a luxurious hideaway where noble families spent their vacations.
Given the tradition and history of the hotel it is suitable for couples who want to book out the whole hotel for a private, intimate and elegant wedding and who wish to celebrate their wedding in special romantic ambiance.
| Max # people for ceremony |
70 |
| Max # people for reception |
70 |
| Min # people for reception |
|
| Max # people for accommodation |
53 approx |
| Min # people for accommodations |
2 |
| Min # days to book |
2 |
Inexpensive Historic Weddings by The Sea - Legal Civil, Symbolic, Non-Catholic
The mayor of Sapri now offers the Sapri Tower (inside or outside) as an option for legal or symbolic weddings. The tower sits on Sapri's luongo mare (promenade/boardwalk).
- For legal weddings, there is NO additional hosting fee - for symbolic ceremonies, add 200 euros.
- Inside tower - Max persons - 10 - Standing only - no chairs
- Outside of tower - roughly 50 - Standing only - no chairs.
