When Kyla and Justin first contacted us here at The Italian Wedding Planner asking if they could get married in Italy with less than 3 weeks to plan and prepare all the documents I thought 'I do think this is possible.' It was later that Justin told me that he had contacted several wedding planners on the same night that they decided to get married while on holiday in Italy and we were the only ones who stood up and said lets try!
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| Cortona |
Although at one point we all thought this might not happen, especially as they are both Australian citizens resident in the USA and trying to get all of the documentation together was at one point a stumbling block. However with their pure focus they took up the challenge to obtain the Australian Nulla Osta and legalising it as soon as they touched down in Rome.
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| Town hall of Cortona |
Meeting me for the first time, other than on Skype video chats, on a rainy day in Amalfi they handed me the precious document and I hot footed it to Cortona in Tuscany.
Cortona town hall were fantastic and with the nulla osta in place all we needed was to arrange the witnesses and obtain the Atto Notorio! (Required by law for Australian and American citizens wishing to get married in Italy.)
The day before their wedding we met with 4 witnesses in front of an official of the state and obtained the Atto Notorio, the wedding was on for the next day less than 3 weeks since the first e-mail!
Kyla looked amazing in her vintage 60's style wedding dress and her absolutely fantastic shoes! Arriving at the town hall of Cortona, we were all grateful that the sun had come out to shine on this very romantic Bride and Groom!
The ceremony was extremely special, the Mayor of Cortona, who's romantic side was brought out by Kyla and Justin holding tightly on to each others hands, obviously very emotional as they took this new step forward together. It was hard for everyone to hold back the tears of joy as they said their vows to each other.
The picturesque Tuscan hill town of Cortona, I hope will always have a special place in their hearts. I for one was very touched by their wedding and I shall always have very special memories of their wedding day.
Wishing you both much love and happiness.
Kelly x
Wedding location: Town hall of Cortona
Photographer: Edoardo Agresti (We can not wait to see the official photos, all photos on the blog were taken by Kelly Hayes)
Florist: Nadia Stiatti
Hairdresser: Located in Cortona
Translator: Kelly Hayes
Witnesses: A big thank you to Maria and Nathalie who were the witnesses for the Bride and Groom
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Cortona is a magical place for a vintage wedding.
ReplyDeleteWow that is a quick wedding for Australians in Italy - well done! Please tell us, what identification documents did Cortona need to give the Atto Notorio?! We're Australians living overseas wanting to get married quickly in Italy, but we're concerned about how to get birth certificates with new apostilles and translations. A wedding like this in Italy is our dream, but the documentation required seems like a nightmare!
ReplyDeleteWow that is a quick wedding for Australians in Italy - well done! Please tell us, what identification documents did Cortona need to give the Atto Notorio?! We're Australians living overseas wanting to get married quickly in Italy, but we're concerned about how to get birth certificates with new apostilles and translations. A wedding like this in Italy is our dream, but the documentation required seems like a nightmare!
ReplyDeleteHi Katie,
ReplyDeleteLuckily for Australians it is very easy to get married in Italy. All you need is your original birth certificates, an arrival stamp in your passport, a nulla osta and the Atto notorio (both obtained in Italy). To receive the AN you need your passports, proof of presence and 4 witnesses plus a translator. Simple :) For more information take a look on the consulate website http://www.italy.embassy.gov.au/rome/Marriage.html Or if you would like, the best idea is for us to have a chat and I can tell you in full detail everything you need and answer all of your questions in full. My skype name is kelly.hayes and feel free to call at any time.
Kelly x