The law that allows legal marriages in the territory mirrors that of England and Wales, meaning all couples - including same sex couples - can apply for a marriage license. Atlas Ocean Voyages, an expedition cruise line, says they performed the first official wedding in Antarctica in February.īourne and Carpenter's marriage was registered with the BAT Government, and it will be valid in the U.K. The opportunity to have a legal wedding in the BAT began this year. Atlas Ocean Voyages, an expedition cruise line, said they performed the first official wedding in Antarctica in February 2022, and the BAS says Bourne and Carpenter's wedding was the second amongst its staff in the territory. The couple will also celebrate with friends and family in Spain later this year, the BAS said.Ī change to marriage laws in 2016 made having a legal wedding in the BAT easier, and the continent has hosted several weddings since then. The reception for the wedding won't be held until May 8, when the ship returns to the Rothera Research Station.
