Porto Santo beach wedding – additional costs
When organizing a civil ceremony on the Porto Santo beach, you will probably incur also these costs:
Wedding planner (translation, formalities)
Of course, you will also incur administrative wedding fees from the local registry office, a public-place wedding permit fee, along with an additional fee for marrying outside the office, and if necessary, the costs of an interpreter.
If you decide to use the services of a local wedding planner (/translator), she will arrange all formalities on your behalf, so you can be sure that everything is done well. She will co-lead and translate your ceremony and assist you and translate during one compulsory meeting at a local registry prior to the wedding.
The help of a local planner is rather priceless, especially if you do not know the place well, or do not speak Portuguese. Do not worry, the cost of hiring our English-speaking wedding planner are not extremely high, while she can save you a lot of time and money. Simply ask her for a non-binding offer, and she will love to chat with you or give you a call.
Photographer
Fortunately, you can, but you do not have to fly a photographer over from far away. There are at least two local Porto Santo photographers, who can capture your special moments. A simple, short shoot of the ceremony starts at +-120 euro. A drone wedding photographer is also available on the island.
If you are looking for strong wedding portfolios and award-winning photographers, you might want to consider also one of the Madeira-based photographers. There are a few professional wedding photographers living on Madeira, and we would love to share with you their portfolios.
In case the photographer’s previous shoot was in Madeira, and he must travel to Porto Santo for your event, you might also be charged for the cost of the ferry ticket (and if required – accommodation).
Florist / make-up / hairdresser
The wedding planner can help you book all local suppliers, such as make-up artists, hairdressers, and especially – an amazing florist (the same one, who provided this entire boho set-up).
Those costs can be as high or as low as you choose. If you send the planner your inspirational pictures or boards, she will be able to make an offer.
Travel to Porto Santo
There is an airport on Porto Santo (Aeroporto de Porto Santo- PXO) with connections to Funchal, Lisbon and a couple of UK- airports. Seasonal charter flights with a package from one of the travel agencies may also be an option.
Wow. Honestly it is very cost effective if you ask me. We paid almost $100 (usd) a plate for our guests at home.