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Weddings – Denmark

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Get Married in Denmark

Denmark is a Scandinavian country comprising the Jutland Peninsula and an archipelago of more than 400 islands to the east. Owner of 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with beautiful castles and some of the prettiest towns and villages, Denmark offers a variety of things to do throughout the entire year whatever your preferences are.

Couples may find themselves considering getting married in Denmark for varied reasons, either because they face lengthy administrative processes in their country of residence, or because they are looking for a different place to hold their ceremony, or for any other reason, Denmark has become one of the most attractive countries for weddings in Europe where over 15,000 couples get married every year.

You can get married in Denmark with as little as 2 nights in the country as your multilingual marriage certificate is given to you straight after the wedding.

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Wedding Venues in Denmark

Copenhagen Aero

Copenhagen is the capital and most populous city of Denmark. The city is linked to Malmo in southern Sweden by the Öresund Bridge. Capital of Architecture 2023, the city’s historic centre contains Frederiksstaden, an 18th-century rococo district, home to the royal family’s Amalienborg Palace. Nearby is Christiansborg Palace and the Renaissance-era Rosenborg Castle, surrounded by gardens and home to the crown jewelleries.

In the heart of Copenhagen, you will find Copenhagen City Hall which was built in 1892-1905 and was designed by architect Martin Nyrop who was inspired by the town halls of Italy, and the building is today considered as a classic of the National Romantic style. The National Romantic features shine throughout the building – from the richly decorated exterior to the detailed interior with hidden gems hidden in everything from murals to stair railings.

Standard Wedding

Your ceremony at Copenhagen City Hall will take place in the beautiful Wedding Hall on the first floor with a view of the Great Hall. The walls are painted with scenes from old Danish folklore about courting and proposals, and the lights are dimmed to create a warm atmosphere. The room is a perfect setting for a small, intimate ceremony for just the two of you or with your nearest and dearest.

This option may be available around two months after the wedding approval and there is no extra cost.

Open-Air Wedding

Say “I do” at an intimate and memorable open-air ceremony in one of the capital’s iconic and spectacular locations. At an open-air wedding, the ceremony is the same as at City Hall, just under the open skies or in new, different surroundings. On pre-determined date and locations such as Tivoli Gardens, Amager Beach Park, Opera House, on even during a jazz cruise on a boat and many more.

Extra fees apply depending on the wedding location of your choice.

Check locations and dates HERE.

Express Wedding

This is the express wedding for those couples that would like a sooner date for their wedding, or that are looking for a specific date that is not available under the standard wedding anymore. Within this option, you will get married at Copenhagen City Hall in about 2 weeks after the wedding approval and we can pre-book the wedding date under this option.

*Extra fees apply.

*Charged by Danish Government

Ærø is Denmark’s most romantic island and is located in the lower part of the South Funen Archipelago, so you can only reach it by sea. Hop on board one of the five ferries and enjoy losing touch with reality for a moment. You can also sail yourself and take in marina life in one of the four marinas. The town of Ærøskøbing, on the north side, has brightly painted houses and cobbled streets. Its Bymuseum recalls the town’s maritime history and has traditional costumes and antique toys. Nearby, sandy Vesterstrand is dotted with colourful beach huts. In the southeast, the town of Marstal’s waterfront is home to the Maritime Museum, displaying over 130 ships in bottles.

At the Aero Town Hall, you within just a few days after you receive your wedding approval. The only wedding type available in Aero is the standard wedding and it is not possible to pre-book it.

Frequently Asked Questions about Video Weddings in Denmark

How long does it take to get feedback on my wedding application?

Usually, 5-7 working days from the moment we send the wedding application. However, if the Danish Government requires further documents or information, it could delay the wedding process.

When should I send my wedding application?

Wedding approval issued by the Danish Agency of Family Law (AFL) is valid for 4 months, it is recommended that you send your wedding application less than 4 months from the intended wedding date. If you don’t get married within the four months of your wedding approval, a new application will be needed, and new fees will apply.

Do I need a visa for the wedding application and / or to enter Denmark?

If you are a citizen from a visa-free country, you do not need a visa for the wedding application, however you will need to present a valid entry stamp into a Schengen country before the wedding day. If you are a citizen from a visa-required country, then you will need the Danish or Schengen visa for the wedding application and in this case, your wedding approval will be valid for the period of your Danish or Schengen visa. Check if you need a visa for Denmark HERE.

Will I be interviewed before the wedding?

The Danish Agency of Family Law (AFL) will check for potential fake documentation and suspicious applications that could indicate sham marriages. Should it be necessary to investigate an application further, you may be invited for an interview in person in Denmark before they give feedback on your application.

Where can I get married in Denmark?

Pretty much at any City Hall of your choice, however couples often choose Copenhagen or the island of Aero.

Do I need to bring my own witnesses?

No, the City Hall already provides 2 witnesses for your wedding. However, the availability may differ in each City Hall and we will advise you of any differences during the consultancy.

What is the type of matrimonial property regime?

The statutory matrimonial property regime is the community of property in which everything the spouses own at the time they enter marriage or acquire later becomes a part of their joint property. It clearly states that the law that couples must stick to is the place of habitual residence, therefore when you move and register the marriage in your place of residence then the regime that will follow will be that of the place where you live. However, the spouses may choose to do a full or partial pre-nuptial agreement on separate property with a solicitor in their country of residence.

How soon can I get married?

In Copenhagen, for the standard wedding (no extra fee), the availability of dates is usually 2-3 months from the approval date. For the speedy wedding (with an extra fee), we can schedule the wedding for 4-6 weeks after approval.
In Ærø Town Hall, we can schedule your wedding for 3-5 weeks after approval. There, it's only the standard option; the speedy wedding is not available.

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