Does wedding insurance cover a wedding abroad?

Wedding insurance for a wedding abroad is available, but it is not automatic. You need to check that the policy covers the country where you are marrying, and that it covers the specific risks you care about, such as travel disruption, venue cancellation or supplier failure overseas.

Some policies have a list of approved countries, while others cover anywhere in the world. If you are marrying in a country with different legal requirements, for example a religious ceremony that is not recognised in the UK, insurance will not make the marriage legal. You still need to follow the local rules and check the GOV.UK page for that country.

If you are having a short civil ceremony in the UK to make the marriage legal, and a separate ceremony abroad, think about whether you need two policies or one that covers both events. Ask the insurer directly and keep a copy of their answer. Read the policy wording carefully, especially the exclusions for travel, weather and political unrest.