Frequently Asked Questions — Luxury Destination Weddings in Austria

Why Choose a Wedding Planner for Your Austria Destination Wedding?

Planning a destination wedding in Austria involves far more than selecting a beautiful venue. From legal requirements and local regulations to language barriers and logistics, organising a luxury celebration from abroad requires expert local knowledge. A professional Austria destination wedding planner ensures your wedding is seamless, stress-free, and executed to the highest international standards.

For couples from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, China and the rest of the world, working with an experienced local planner is essential to achieving a refined, bespoke wedding experience in one of Europe’s most elegant destinations.

Legal Requirements for Couples from the US, UK, Australia, China and the rest of the world

For a civil (legal) wedding in Austria, most international couples are required to provide:

• Valid passports
• Full birth certificates
• Certificate of no impediment to marriage (or equivalent document)
• Proof of residence (if applicable)
• Divorce decree or death certificate (if previously married)
• Official translations into German by a sworn translator
• Apostille or legalisation, depending on the country of origin

All documents must typically be submitted several weeks to months in advance, depending on nationality and registry office.

What Makes Austria an Exceptional Luxury Wedding Destination?

Austria is one of Europe’s most elegant luxury wedding destinations — from the dramatic Alps and pristine lakes to historic venues in Salzburg, Vienna, and Hallstatt. Whether you’re planning a grand estate celebration, a castle wedding, or a romantic elopement with spectacular views, Austria offers unrivalled scenery, refined hospitality, and a rich cultural backdrop that appeals to couples from the US, UK, Australia, China and the rest of the world. – Mirabell Palace and Gardens.

How Much Does a Luxury Destination Wedding in Austria Cost?

If you are based in another country, I highly recommend going with the full Wedding Planning package.

The cost of a luxury destination wedding in Austria typically depends on the level of exclusivity, location, guest count, and customisation. Austria is considered a premium European wedding destination, offering exceptional value for couples seeking refined elegance, breathtaking landscapes, and impeccable service.

For couples from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and China, Austria provides a unique combination of luxury, privacy, and cultural prestige—often at a more favourable price point than comparable venues in France, Italy, or Switzerland.

Key Factors That Influence the Cost:

• Venue & Location
• Guest Count & Event Duration
• Design, Styling & Floral Concept
• Catering & Wine Experience
• Photography, Videography & Entertainment

Typical Luxury Wedding Investment Ranges:

• Intimate luxury elopement (2–10 guests): €10.000,- – €35.000,-
• Elegant luxury wedding (20–40 guests): €35.000,- – €70.000,-
• High-end multi-day celebration (50–100+ guests): €80.000,- – €150.000,- +

Please note: All investments are the wedding planner fee and do not include any legal fees or cost of chosen products and services, as well as expenses and mileage of vendors.
All investments are from prices and will be finalised and stated in a personalised quote after an initial (video)call to understand the couple’s needs.
Clockify is used for time-tracking and therefore allows a final investment calculation down to the half hour.
The tailored quote provided by the Wedding Planner before booking is based on workload estimations and refers solely to the number of hours specified in the quote. The investment estimates are purely based on the experience of the average number of hours invested and can vary depending on many factors, like the complexity of the wedding design and entertainment concept, logistics, the number of coordinators, the number of event days and venues, your responsiveness, etc. Any additional hours will be charged at the hourly rate of €00.-.
All prices do not include extra services agreed on later in the process, mileage (€0,55/km), travel (€35,-/hour), F&B on the days I attend in person, hotel nights if needed, and expenses.
Elopement prices are calculated for an event in or around Salzburg. We organise them all around Austria, though.

Are you an LGBTQ+ inclusive wedding planner?

Yes. We are proud to be an LGBTQ+ inclusive wedding planner in Austria, and we warmly welcome couples of all genders, sexual orientations, identities, and backgrounds. Every couple deserves to celebrate their love with dignity, respect, and joy—and we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all.

Austria is a legally recognised destination for same-sex marriage, and we work with trusted, LGBTQ+ friendly venues, vendors, and service providers to ensure your wedding experience is seamless, respectful, and truly reflective of who you are.

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