How far in advance should you send wedding invitations if you are having a wedding in Wales?

For a wedding in Wales, sending invitations 6 to 8 months ahead is a sensible, friendly choice. It gives your guests enough time to arrange travel, time off and accommodation, and it helps you manage your own planning without last-minute stress.

Legally, both of you need to give notice in person at your local register office, usually where you have lived for at least the last 7 days. You must give notice at least 28 full days before the ceremony, and your notice is valid for 12 months, so your wedding must happen within that time. Your invitation timing does not need to align with those dates, but sending invitations early means you can collect RSVPs and confirm numbers well ahead.

If you are having a civil ceremony, remember it cannot include religious content such as hymns, prayers or religious readings. Poems, songs and non-religious readings are fine if the registrar agrees. If you are having a religious ceremony, the rules can vary, so check with your place of worship. For guests travelling from England or further afield, 8 months is kind. For local guests, 6 months is often enough. Save the dates can go out earlier if you want to give people extra warning.