There are different types of religious ceremony that can be undertaken in Italy: we have encountered several different cultures and we have always done our best to transport their religious requests over here, be it a full Roman Catholic ceremony or a Protestant blessing, a Jewish or Indian ceremony. All this kinds have taken place “Under the Tuscan sun”.
A religious choice does require a fair amount of work ahead of time. Be prepared for for a contact with your local church. As for Protestant, Jewish or Orthodox rites, you can be married in a sacred location (church or synagogue) or in different venues such as a villa, castle, hotel or garden. We can provide a celebrant, who is officially recognized by the Italian State.
STWP experienced staff will discuss the specifics of your wedding day and will assist you with all arrangements along every step of the way.
•CATHOLIC:
Specific Catholic requirements have to be be considered to have a Catholic wedding in Italy.
A permission from your Parish Bishop is necessary as well as attending Pre-Cana classes. Baptism and confirmation certificates are to be provided.
If you have been divorced and the wedding has not been officially annulled, it is not possible to marry in a Catholic church.
Paperwork is to be issued within 6 months of the proposed wedding date, but not earlier otherwise it will expire.
The Italian Curia must receive the religious paperwork at least 2 months prior the wedding.
In Italy Catholic weddings are legally binding.
Depending on the church location it may be necessary to have the civil ceremony before arriving in Italy.