Your 12-month countdown designed for Marrakech destination weddings. Marrakech-specific tips at every milestone.
A Marrakech destination wedding requires booking key vendors 12–18 months in advance. Our 24-step planning checklist is built specifically for international couples planning in Morocco — covering legal paperwork, venue deposits, vendor timelines, and the cultural details that catch couples off guard. Check off each milestone as you go. Your progress is saved automatically in your browser.
International couples need 12–18 months. Legal documentation (apostilles, translations) takes 3–6 months. Venue deposits are typically required 12 months out.
France and Morocco have a bilateral treaty — French citizens can marry civilly in Morocco. Other nationalities need a certified translation of their civil status documents.
Top photographers book 18 months ahead. Florists need 6+ months for imported blooms. Catering decisions impact your venue choice — plan together.
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Book your wedding planner
Lock in your planner early — the best ones book 12-18 months ahead for peak season.
See our services →Set your total budget
Use our simulator to understand real Marrakech costs before setting a number.
Budget Simulator →Choose your wedding date
Consider weather, pricing, and Ramadan dates. Shoulder season offers the best value.
Date Optimizer →Visit and book your venue
Always visit in person if possible. Our team can arrange site visits with you.
Book photographer & videographer
Top photographers book 10+ months ahead. Don't wait on this one.
Book caterer and do tasting
If using an external caterer, confirm your venue's catering policy first.
Send save-the-dates
For a destination wedding, guests need extra lead time to plan travel.
Book entertainment & DJ
Live music (oud, Gnaoua) adds authentic Marrakech atmosphere.
Start legal paperwork
Morocco requires specific documents for legal ceremonies. Start the apostille process now.
Book hair & makeup artist
Do a trial during your next Marrakech visit.
Plan guest accommodation
Block rooms near your venue. We can negotiate group rates.
Finalize floral & decor design
Share your mood board with the florist. Confirm what's in season.
Send formal invitations
Include travel tips, dress code for Marrakech weather, and accommodation links.
Book guest transport
Minibuses from hotels to venue are essential if your venue is outside the city.
Confirm all vendor contracts
Review every contract with your planner. Check cancellation terms and payment schedules.
Finalize menu and dietary needs
Collect guest dietary requirements and confirm with your caterer.
Plan welcome dinner
A Medina rooftop dinner the night before is a Marrakech wedding tradition.
Final venue walkthrough
Walk the ceremony and reception spaces with your planner and key vendors.
Create day-of timeline
Your planner should produce a minute-by-minute schedule for every vendor.
Confirm weather contingency
If your ceremony is outdoors, have a rain plan. October–March has 20-30% rain chance.
Final payments to vendors
Settle remaining balances. Your planner can handle disbursements.
Pack your wedding essentials
Don't check your dress/suit in hold luggage. Carry it on.
Relax and enjoy Marrakech
You've planned everything. Trust your team. Go to the hammam.
Feeling overwhelmed?
A planner can take over and handle everything from here.
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