Plate
220 kr.
Hotel Avg
280 kr.
Best Month
July
Airport Dist.
50km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to ISK from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in ReykjavikComplete guide for your wedding in Reykjavik
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Reykjavik, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Mystical adventure among northern lights and majestic waterfalls. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9.2/10 in romanticism, Reykjavik offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Reykjavik has excellent leisure infrastructure (7.5/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Reykjavik
Main advantages
- Otherworldly landscapes such as glaciers, black beaches, and active lava fields.
- Exceptional level of English and high-quality modern local services.
- Highly exclusive and exotic destination for intimate weddings or elopements.
Points to keep in mind
- Unpredictable weather that can change drastically in a matter of minutes.
- Extremely expensive prices for services, alcohol, and logistics.
The style in Reykjavik
Dominant Style
Adventure Elopement
Local Tradition
Toast with Brennivín schnapps in a lava cave or in front of a basaltic waterfall
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Reykjavik
Harpa Concert Hall
Architectural masterpiece of glass on the harbor with amazing spaces for design weddings.
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon
Ultra-luxury hotel carved into volcanic lava fields with access to private thermal waters.
Hallgrímskirkja
The iconic church of Reykjavik with a facade inspired by volcanic basalt columns.
Wedding traditions in Iceland
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Brennivin toast
A traditional toast with the strong Icelandic schnapps Brennivin after exchanging marriage vows.
Asatru traditional ceremonies
Celebrations officiated by Norse pagan priests invoking the forces of nature, fire, and ice.
Midnight Sun sessions
In summer, wedding photos are taken late at night taking advantage of the magical and continuous light of the midnight sun.
Legal requirements to marry in Iceland
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
District Commissioner's Office (Syslumadur)
Minimum notice
30 days
Witnesses per spouse
2
Key steps
- Submit copies of all required documents to the commissioner via email at least 3 weeks in advance.
- Present all original documentation in person at the Reykjavik office before the wedding.
- Celebrate the ceremony before a qualified civil officiant or priest of a registered traditional religion.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Iceland- Valid passport.
- Birth certificates translated into English or Scandinavian.
- Certificate of single status (marital capacity) issued in the country of origin.
How to get there from Iceland
Main airports
Rail
N/A (No hay red ferroviaria)
Common departure points
Reykjavik · Akureyri · Keflavik
Typical vendors in Iceland
What Icelandic couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Reykjavik
Precio medio: ~280€/noche
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Vuelos a Reykjavik
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Que hacer en Reykjavik
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding in Reykjavik cost?
The average plate price is 220€. A small wedding of 50 guests typically costs between 35,000€ and 60,000€ due to travel costs.
When is the best season for weddings in Iceland?
July is ideal due to milder temperatures and nearly 24 hours of daylight for endless photos, though winter attracts those seeking auroras.
How do you obtain a marriage license in Iceland?
Required documentation must be mailed to the district commissioner in Reykjavik at least 3 weeks in advance.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to ISK from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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