Sri Lanka weddings - Club Hotel Dolphin Waikkal

From £1100

For a wedding that stands apart, choose Sri Lanka. Its magnificent gardens under a bright tropical sky, endless pristine beaches, and the stunning azure waters of the Indian Ocean create a truly romantic and unforgettable backdrop.

Weddings at Club Hotel Dolphin, Waikkal

Club Hotel Dolphin offers an enchanting setting where lush gardens bloom with vibrant flowers and bronze-hued beaches stretch alongside the clear, cobalt Indian Ocean. You can choose either a vibrant, traditional Sri Lankan wedding ceremony complete with Kandyan dancers and drummers or a classic Western-style ceremony. A dedicated wedding coordinator manages every detail, allowing you to relax and fully immerse in the moment as you exchange vows against a sunset backdrop over the ocean.

For your honeymoon, indulge in blissful spa treatments, unwind by the expansive freshwater pools, or enjoy activities like kayaking, mini golf, archery, and horseback riding. Explore cultural excursions, including boat trips and scuba diving, to experience the rich heritage of the region.

Classic Weeding Package	Wedding Options	Legal Information
Preparation of all necessary documents at the resort Marriage certificate issuance License and registration fees included Dedicated personal wedding coordinator Choice of either a traditional Sri Lankan or Western ceremony, with various floral decoration options for the venue Bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonniere One-tier wedding cake Fruits, flowers, and canapés provided in the room upon arrival Kandyan dancers and drummers featured in the Sri Lankan ceremony Complimentary wedding gift from the hotel Starting from £1,099	One-tier wedding cake Kandyan dancers and drummers for a traditional Sri Lankan ceremony Bridal bouquet and groom’s corsage Fruits, flowers, and canapés in the room upon arrival	Minimum residency period before marriage: 5 days Suggested duration of stay in Sri Lanka: 10 days Minimum age to marry: 18 years Required Documents: Valid UK or Irish passport with at least 6 months’ validity beyond the date of return Birth certificate (short or long form accepted) Affidavit confirming single status, even if previously married Additional Documents If Applicable: Divorcees: Decree Absolute Widows/Widowers: Former marriage certificate and original death certificate Name changes: Deed Poll certificate (including those who have reverted to maiden names after divorce) Adoption: Adoption papers This summary covers the essential legal and documentary requirements for marriage in Sri Lanka.

Before You Travel – Next StepsOnce your documents have been certified by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, the next step is to have them legalized by the Sri Lanka High Commission in London.

For further information, please contact the Sri Lanka High Commission at 020 72621841 Ext: 251 or email consular@srilankahighcommission.co.uk or mail@slhc-london.co .ukConsular Division, High Commission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, 13 Hyde Park Gardens, London W2 2LU, United Kingdom

Guests marrying at hotels in Sri Lanka must send photocopies of the required documents to Holiday Air at least 12 weeks before their date of travel.

In ResortAfter your marriage in Sri Lanka, your marriage certificate may need certification at the Foreign Ministry, Ministry of External Affairs in Colombo. This step is necessary for the certificate to be valid for submission to authorities outside Sri Lanka, depending on your hotel.

Translation of DocumentsAll legal documents must be in English or legally translated into English by a certified translator. Translations must be on official letterhead, stamped, sealed, or notarised by a Notary Public. Occasionally, documents may require approval by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office before final notarisation.

Please note, the information above applies to couples born in the UK holding valid UK passports with appropriate validity for their return journey.

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