It is important to remember the paperwork needs to be well coordinated and can take up to 3 months to process therefore early planning is essential.

While the documentary requirements for Lapland weddings are uncomplicated, it is essential that the wedding is planned in advance in order for all the legalised documentation to be processed. The following is a list of the required documents:

• Legalised (apostilled) No Impediment to Marriage form
• Legalised (apostilled) copies of passports for both parties
• Legalised (apostilled) copies of Birth Certificates for both parties
• Copy of Decree Absolute (for divorcees only)/name changes
• Finnish No Impediment form (one form to be completed by bride   and groom each)
• Finnish marriage in Finland (one form to be completed by bride and groom each)