Getting Married in Bali

Why couples choose Bali

Bali draws couples for the same reasons it draws travellers: dramatic clifftops above the Indian Ocean, golden beaches, lush rice terraces, world-class villas and a culture built around celebration and hospitality. It’s also remarkably good value compared with marrying at home — your budget stretches further, whether that means a longer guest list, better styling or a five-star setting. For couples from around the world, it’s a destination that feels both exotic and easy to reach.

The decisions that shape your wedding

Getting married in Bali comes down to a handful of key choices, and we’ll guide you through each:

• Style — beach, villa, cliffside, resort or an intimate elopement.
• Guest count — from just the two of you to 150 friends and family.
• Ceremony type — legal, religious or symbolic.
• Location — Uluwatu, Seminyak, Canggu, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Ubud or Sanur.
• Budget — what you want to spend, and where it matters most to you.

Each decision affects the others, which is exactly why a local planner is so valuable. Explore your options on our venues and packages pages.

Can you legally get married in Bali?

Yes — foreign couples marry in Bali every week. Broadly, you have two paths. The first is a legal ceremony in Bali, usually a religious civil ceremony, which requires documents such as passports, birth certificates, a certificate of no impediment to marriage and confirmation of religion. The second is a symbolic ceremony in Bali paired with the legal paperwork completed in your home country — popular because it’s simpler and gives you total freedom over the ceremony itself.

We walk you through the right option for your nationality and situation, and we support the documentation either way. For the full breakdown, read our guide to the legal requirements for marriage in Bali.

What it costs and how long to plan

A Bali wedding can suit a wide range of budgets. The biggest cost drivers are your guest count, venue and catering, followed by styling, photography and entertainment. Our Bali wedding cost guide breaks this down, and the cost calculator gives a quick estimate.

For timing, we suggest starting 8–12 months ahead for larger weddings to secure your date and preferred venue, while elopements and small weddings can come together faster. The earlier you begin, the more choice you’ll have.

Let us handle the hard part

The dream of getting married in Bali is easy. The logistics — coordinating vendors across a time difference, navigating paperwork, styling a venue you’ve never stood in — are where couples get stuck. That’s our job. Tell us your vision and we’ll turn it into a clear plan, an honest quote and a beautifully run wedding day.