Getting Married
Hollywood lovers, heartthrob Lawrence Harvey and Margaret Leighton were one of the first high profile couples to say 'I do' in Gibraltar. In 1962 as the world became entranced by the numbers 007, screen hero Sean Connery married actress Diane Cilento. Sadly, this marriage was not to last but Connery's affection for Gibraltar did as he returned in 1975 to marry his present wife Micheline Boglio Roquebrune. However, it is the marriage of Beatle John Lennon to Yoko Ono in 1969 that caused the biggest media sensation.
Today hundreds of couples are travelling to Gibraltar to exchange vows, choosing to follow in the footsteps of Sir Sean Connery, John Lennon and Yoko Ono and get married on the Rock. There are no residency restrictions and in theory you can get married with just 24 hours notice. However, as Gibraltar is a popular location for getting married it is wise to plan well in advance.
Local marriage law does not contain any residential requirements and so therefore it is a simple procedure, also a Gibraltar marriage is recognised world-wide. To get married at Gibraltar’s registry office you will need to present yourself at the registry at least 24 hours before you wish to get married. You will need your birth certificate, passport and if you’ve been married before, a copy of your divorce decree absolute and previous marriage certificate. The registrar will only accept originals, not photocopies.
Recent legislation permits the marriage registrar to marry couples outside the registry office, if requested. Four of Gibraltar's hotels have been registered as places where marriages can be held. In addition, you are able to choose from an historical building or perhaps prefer natural settings, these include, "The Mount" and The Alameda Gardens.
The Mount was built in 1797, today an officially listed building, which was formerly the official residence of the senior officer of the Royal Navy in Gibraltar, and which boasts fascinating gardens.
The Alameda Gardens were developed in 1816 for the purpose of providing civilians with an area of beauty for rest and relaxation. Today the gardens have developed into the Botanic Gardens. Wedding services are permitted in "the Dell", an Italian style garden laid out by a Genoese gardener in 1842.
Gibraltar has seven hotels offering a range of styles and budgets to suit all. Four of Gibraltar's largest hotels, The Caleta Hotel, O'Callaghan Eliott Hotel, The Rock Hotel & The Queen's Hotel permit marriages on their grounds and offer teams of advisors to assist with every arrangement from paperwork, catering, photography, flowers and the bridal suite.
It is advisable to book a wedding well in advance of the chosen date to avoid disappointment. Bookings need to be made directly with the Registry Office.
| CIVIL STATUS & REGISTRATION OFFICE |
Sir Joshua Hassan House
Secretary’s Lane |
 (+ 350) 200 72289
(+ 350) 200 51725 |
 (+ 350) 200 42706 |
All enquiries and further information regarding getting married in Gibraltar should be addressed to the above authority.
CONTACT DETAILS
| O'Callaghan Eliott Hotel **** |
| Governor's Parade |
| (+ 350) 200 70500 |
(+ 350) 200 70243 |
 eliott@gibnet.gi |
| The Caleta Hotel **** |
| Sir Herbert Miles Road |
| (+ 350) 200 76501 |
(+ 350) 200 71050 / 42143 |
| sales@caletahotel.gi |
| The Mount |
| Europa Road |
| (+ 350) 200 70071 |
(+ 350) 200 76396 |
The Marriage Registrar needs three months notice for weddings at these venues. Management at these venues need to be contacted directly for bookings and any necessary arrangements.
CHURCHES
| Cathedral of the Holy Trinity |
| Cathedral Square |
| (+ 350) 200 78377 |
(+ 350) 200 78463 |
| deangib@gibraltar.gi |
| Bethel Christian Fellowship |
PO Box 568
47 Queensway |
| (+ 350) 200 75398 |
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| New Apostolic Church |
14 Victoria House
26 Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 79305 |
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| Our Lady of Sorrows Church |
| 32 Catalan Bay |
| (+ 350) 200 73474 |
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| Sacred Heart Parish Church |
| 3 Lime Kiln Road |
| (+ 350) 200 73709 |
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| Shrine of Our Lady of Europe |
| Europa Point |
| (+ 350) 200 71230 |
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| St Bernard's Church |
| Europa Road |
| (+ 350) 200 55484 |
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| St Joseph's Parish Church |
| 28 Witham’s Road |
| (+ 350) 200 75682 |
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| St Theresa's Parish Church |
| 30b Devil's Tower Road |
| (+ 350) 200 77138 |
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| Wesley Methodist Church |
| 297 Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 44791 |
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SYNAGOGUES
| Shaar Hashamayim Synagogue |
| 49 Engineer's Lane |
| (+ 350) 200 78069 |
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| Nefusot Yehuda Synagogue |
| Line Wall Road |
| (+ 350) 200 76477 |
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| K K Abudarham Synagogue |
| Parliament Lane |
| Ets Hayim Synagogue |
| Irish Town |
| Jewish Community Management Board |
| 10 Bomb House Lane |
| (+ 350) 200 72606 |
(+ 350) 200 40487 |
TEMPLES
| The Hindu Temple / Mandir |
| Engineer’s Lane |
| (+ 350) 200 42515 |
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FLORISTS
| Anuska (Interflora Agent) |
| 226 Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 74116 |
(+ 350) 200 74116 |
| Gibral-Flora |
Garden Centre
Waterport |
| (+ 350) 200 42655 |
(+ 350) 200 75536 |
| Nicole’s Florists |
| 1A Bakers Passage |
| (+ 350) 200 79364 |
(+ 350) 200 75536 |
| Stephanie Florist |
| 28 John Mackintosh Square |
| (+ 350) 200 41688 |
(+ 350) 200 41688 |
| The Flower Shop |
| 11 City Mill Lane |
| (+ 350) 200 40488 |
(+ 350) 200 43128 |
WEDDING CAKE CONFECTIONERS
| Gibraltar Confectionery |
| 228 Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 77215 |
(+ 350) 200 77415 |
| (One weeks notice) |
| La Patisserie |
PO Box 228
Halifax Road |
| (+ 350) 200 74777 |
(+ 350) 200 40582 |
| (Three months notice) |
VENUES FOR WEDDING RECEPTIONS
| Alameda Open Air Theatre |
| Alameda Gardens |
| (+ 350) 200 72639 |
(+ 350) 200 74022 |
| International Casino Gibraltar |
| 7 Europa Road |
| (+ 350) 200 76666 |
(+ 350) 200 44881 |
| St Michael's Cave |
Gibraltar Tourist Board
Upper Rock Sites Department
Duke of Kent House
Cathedral Square |
| (+ 350) 200 71643 |
(+ 350) 200 74943 |
| The Caleta Hotel |
| Catalan Bay |
| (+ 350) 200 76501 |
(+ 350) 200 42143 |
| The Mount |
| Europa Road |
| (+ 350) 200 70071 |
(+ 350) 200 76396 |
PHOTOGRAPHERS
| Betasnaps |
| 73 Governors Street |
| (+ 350) 200 40908 |
(+ 350) 200 73619 |
| E J Santos |
| 31/2c Governors Parade |
| (+ 350) 200 77303 / (+ 350) 200 71569 |
| Film Team |
Unit 5/6 Block 1
Watergardens |
| (+ 350) 200 44910 |
(+ 350) 200 44910 |
| Omni |
| 15 King Street |
| (+ 350) 200 75553 |
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| Luis Photo Studio |
| 329C Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 50710 |
(+ 350) 200 50710 |
| Rock Photos Ltd |
International Commercial Centre
Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 43323 |
(+ 350) 200 50644 |
SPECIAL CAR TRANSPORT
| Gibraltar Taxi Association |
| 19 Waterport Wharf |
| (+ 350) 200 70027 |
(+ 350) 200 76986 |
| Parodytur |
| 6 Cathedral Square |
| (+ 350) 200 76070 |
(+ 350) 200 40054 |
WEDDING SPECIALISTS & ACCESSORIES
| The Balloon & Party Place |
| 329A Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 42295 |
| Wedding Bells Shop |
| 10/3 Crutchetts Ramp |
| (+ 350) 200 73836 |
(+ 350) 200 49700 |
| Mobile: (+ 350) 54096000 |
 www.gibraltarcaterers.com |
WEDDING PLANNERS
WEDDING GOWNS
| Blossoms |
Unit F22
International Commercial Centre
Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 77201 |
(+ 350) 200 77201 |
WEDDING SUITS
| Napoleon Menswear Ltd |
| 44 Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 77762 |
(+ 350) 200 73232 |
EVENT ORGANISERS
| Film Exhibitors Limited |
1 Boyd Street
Gibraltar |
| (+ 350) 200 78123 / (+ 350) 57102000 (mob) |
| (+ 350) 200 75709 |
| events@gibtelecom.net |
| Contact Name: Odette Benatar |
OTHERS
| Catholic Marriage Advisory Council |
| 215 Main Street |
| (+ 350) 200 71717 |
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