Things you should know!
Tipping Customs:
Check ahead, as some hotels will add a 10-15% service charge to the bill. Wait staff generally expect a tip of 15-20% if a service charge is not added to the bill, hotel porters expect $1 a bag, maids $1-$2 daily and taxi drivers 15-18%. For florists, photographers, bakers, and musicians, tip only for extra special services, up to 15%.
International Calling Codes:
1 (plus the number) Area Code: 787 and 939
Electricity: 110-220 volts
Marriage Requirements
- Level of Difficulty:
May need some assistance, start planning at least 2 months in advance Contact Demographic Registry for more information (see below) - Civil Ceremonies:
Civil weddings are not required. There are no restrictions on where you can marry in Puerto Rico. A list of registered wedding officiates is available from the Tourism office. - Residency Requirement: None
- Waiting Period:
None, but the bride will need to have a blood test performed when she arrives. - Religious Ceremonies:
The Tourism office and most destination locations are able to help locate wedding officiates from a variety of faith traditions
Puerto Rico Travel Info
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