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page of their passport, an original birth certificate, and a Decla-
ration of Marital Status by the Civil Registry ( 717-5300).

If either the bride or groom is divorced or widowed, they must
show the final divorce decree or the death certificate for their
former spouse in order to get a Declaration of Marital Status.

It takes four business days to get the marriage license.
The marriage license costs $150.
No blood tests are required.

The location of the ceremony must have government approval
in advance.

Non-resident witnesses must apply for temporary residency.
Wedding coordinators on the island can arrange for locals to act
as official witnesses.

Currently, only Christian churches exist on the island, but an Islamic
mosque is being built. A wedding consultant (see suggestions below) can
arrange for a church wedding, or you can contact one of the following for
information and requirements:
Bonaire Christian Fellowships , 717-4835.

San Bernardo Roman Catholic Church ,

717-8304.

Seventh Day Adventist Church , 717-4254.

The Church of Jesus of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon), 717-8751.

International Bible Church , 717-8800.

Many couples choose to have their wedding at the courthouse in
Kralendijk, then celebrate with friends and family at a reception in one of
the hotels. Buddy Dive Resort (

717-5080), Captain Don's Habitat

( 717-8290), and Plaza Resort ( 717-2500) frequently host wedding

ceremonies and receptions.
No matter what type of wedding you plan, the following companies can
offer invaluable assistance and advice:
Central Government Offices (call for information, regulations, and
business hours, 717-5300).

ABC-Yachting , 790-5353; fax [phone]; www.abc-yachting.com.

Bonaire Sight Seeing Tours , 717-8778; fax [phone]; www.bonaire-

tours.com.
Multro Travel & Tours ,

717-8334; fax [phone]; www.bonaire-
weddings.com; e-mail [e-mail].
Scuba Vision Wedding Filming , 717-2844.