Aruba Destination Wedding
Aruba · Caribbean
Aruba's biggest selling point is something no other Caribbean destination can match: it sits below the hurricane belt. While other islands track storms from June to November, Aruba enjoys year-round sunshine with minimal rain. The island has a distinct landscape — desert cacti, divi-divi trees, and dramatic limestone coastline alongside white sand beaches. It's a reliable choice for couples who refuse to gamble on weather.
Avg Cost
$12k–$40k
Best Season
January – February
Visa Required
Usually No
Legal Wedding
Yes — legal
Guest Score
7/10
Best time to get married in Aruba
January
77°–86°F
3 rain days
February
77°–86°F
2 rain days
March
78°–87°F
1 rain days
April
79°–88°F
1 rain days
May
81°–89°F
2 rain days
June
81°–90°F
2 rain days
July
81°–90°F
2 rain days
August
82°–91°F
2 rain days
September
82°–91°F
3 rain days
October
81°–90°F
5 rain days
November
80°–88°F
6 rain days
December
78°–87°F
5 rain days
What it costs your guests
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How easy and affordable it is for your guests to attend a wedding in Aruba.
Estimated per-guest cost: ~$1,450 (flight + 4 nights)
Legal requirements
Legal ceremony is straightforward
Aruba (part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands) allows foreigners to legally marry. The civil ceremony must take place at the historic city hall in Oranjestad. Required documents: long-form birth certificates (apostilled), valid passports, certificate of no impediment (apostilled, not older than 6 months), and completed Declaration of Marriage Intent and Single Status forms. All documents must be submitted at least one month before the wedding date. Two witnesses aged 18+ required. If divorced, a complete divorce decree is needed.
Always verify current requirements with local authorities or your wedding planner before finalizing plans.
Where in Aruba?
Each area has a distinct character — the right choice depends on your style and guest count.
Eagle Beach
romanticWide, powdery white sand beach with the famous fofoti divi-divi trees — consistently rated a top world beach
Best for:Classic beach ceremony with the iconic Aruba divi-divi tree photos
Palm Beach
tropicalThe main resort strip — high-rise hotels, water sports, restaurants, and nightlife
Best for:Larger weddings where guest entertainment and resort convenience matter
Arikok National Park
adventurousRugged desert landscape with cacti, natural bridges, and hidden coves on the windward coast
Best for:Adventurous couples who want a dramatically different ceremony backdrop
Top resorts for Aruba weddings
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