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A Greek island wedding typically costs between €15,000-€40,000 depending on guest count and location. Santorini weddings average €25,000-€35,000 for 50-100 guests, while Crete and smaller islands like Ios offer more budget-friendly options starting from €15,000. This includes venue rental, catering, photography, flowers, and coordination. Luxury weddings in premium Santorini venues can exceed €60,000.

Santorini is Greece's most popular wedding island, hosting over 6,000 weddings annually (40% of all Greek island weddings). It offers iconic caldera views, stunning sunsets, and luxury venues. Mykonos attracts couples seeking cosmopolitan glamour and nightlife. Crete is ideal for traditional Greek celebrations with cultural depth. Ios offers bohemian charm for intimate gatherings. The best island depends on your budget, guest count, and preferred atmosphere.

A wedding planner is highly recommended for Greek destination weddings. Over 85% of international couples use local planners to navigate language barriers, vendor coordination, legal requirements, and logistics. Planners typically cost €2,000-€5,000 but save time and prevent costly mistakes. They handle permits, vendor negotiations, timeline management, and day-of coordination, making them essential for stress-free planning from abroad.

To legally marry in Greece, couples need: valid passports, birth certificates, Certificate of No Impediment (CNI) from your home country, and divorce/death certificates if previously married. Documents must be translated to Greek and apostilled. Submit paperwork to the Greek municipality 6-8 weeks before your wedding. Many couples choose symbolic ceremonies in Greece and legally marry at home to simplify paperwork.

May-June and September-October are ideal for Greek weddings, offering warm weather (24-28°C), lower costs, and fewer tourists. July-August are peak season with guaranteed sunshine but extreme heat (30-35°C) and higher prices. April and November are budget-friendly but weather is less predictable. Greece enjoys 300+ days of sunshine annually, making outdoor ceremonies viable year-round, though winter (Nov-Mar) sees occasional rain.

Greek island wedding venues accommodate 20-300 guests. Santorini cliff-side venues typically host 50-150 guests due to space constraints. Crete's estates and beach venues can handle 200-300+ guests. Smaller islands like Ios are ideal for intimate weddings of 20-50 guests. Most couples invite 50-100 guests to balance intimacy with celebration. Guest attendance for destination weddings averages 60-70% of invitations sent.

Yes, beach weddings are popular and legal in Greece. Many islands offer private beach venues, beach clubs, and resort beaches for ceremonies and receptions. Public beaches require special permits from local authorities. Popular beach wedding destinations include Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, and Corfu. Beach weddings work best May-October when weather is reliable and seas are calm.

Book your Greek wedding venue 12-18 months in advance, especially for Santorini May-October peak season. Popular venues and top photographers book out 18-24 months ahead. Off-season weddings (Nov-Apr) can be planned 6-9 months out. Secure your wedding planner and venue first, then book accommodations and vendors. Early booking ensures better availability and sometimes early-bird discounts.