12 to 9 months before
Set the foundations
- Set an overall budget and split it by item
- Draw up a first guest list with both families
- Choose a season, avoiding the month of Ramadan
- Visit and book the venue
- Choose and book the caterer
Planning a wedding in Morocco: the timeline
What to book, and when? A twelve-month calendar built around the lead times of a Moroccan wedding.
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In short: allow nine to twelve months for a Moroccan wedding. Book the venue, caterer and negafa first, as they are in high demand in summer. Start made-to-measure outfits at least six months ahead. Prepare the paperwork two to three months before, and keep the last month for fittings, the hammam and the henna night.
9 to 6 months before
Book the key teams
- Choose the negafa and the number of bridal outfits
- Book the photographer and videographer
- Book the band, troupe or DJ
- Start looking for outfits: caftans, takchitas, white dress
- Think about the honeymoon if travelling in peak season
6 to 3 months before
Start the creations
- Start made-to-measure outfits
- Choose the decorator and florist
- Order the invitations
- Choose wedding rings and jewellery
- Prepare the hdiya and trousseau with the family
3 to 1 months before
Paperwork and confirmations
- File the marriage application with the family section of the court
- Book the adouls for the marriage contract
- Send invitations and track replies
- Final tasting with the caterer
- Agree the running order with the negafa and the band
The final month
Final details
- Last fittings and alterations
- Make-up and hair trial
- Hammam and bridal care
- Arrange the henna night with the nekacha
- Confirm times and access with every supplier
Budget items
The items to plan for in a Moroccan wedding, to price with several quotes:
Venue and caterer
Often the largest item: hire, menu, service, pastries and tea.
Negafa and outfits
Hire of the lebsa and amariya, making or buying the couple's outfits.
Photo and video
Coverage, film, album and sometimes a drone.
Music
Band, traditional troupe or DJ, with sound system.
Decor and flowers
The couple's stage, tables, entrance, lighting.
Beauty
Make-up, hair, henna, hammam and care.
Jewellery and rings
Wedding rings, jewellery sets and hdiya gifts.
Invitations and gifts
Stationery and small gifts for guests.
Honeymoon
Travel, accommodation and stay.
Paperwork depends on your situation (for example, marrying a foreign national). Check with the family justice section of the court of first instance where you live.
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