How To Elope in Phu Quoc | A Romantic Island Elopement Guide 2025

[Updated on April 29, 2025]

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How To Elope in Phu Quoc | A Romantic Island Elopement Guide 2026

[Updated on April 29, 2025]

Written by Jasmin Wedding, this blog page is a reliable source that gives you helpful information for planning your elopement wedding in Vietnam.

If you’re dreaming of a barefoot beach wedding with just the two of you—or a few loved ones—surrounded by palm trees, crystal-clear waters, and golden sunsets, then Phu Quoc might be your perfect elopement destination.

In this complete guide, we’ll show you exactly how to plan a stress-free, beautiful, and unforgettable elopement in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam. Whether you’re from the US, Canada, or Australia, this guide covers everything you need to know—from top locations to budget breakdowns, weather tips, legal info, and expert help from the Jasmin Wedding team.

Let’s make your dream a reality.

Why Phu Quoc Is the Perfect Vietnam Elopement Destination?

Phu Quoc is a tropical paradise off Vietnam’s southern coast. With crystal-clear waters, luxury resorts, and romantic sunsets, it’s one of Southeast Asia’s best-kept secrets. For couples from the US, Canada, and Australia seeking an exotic yet easy-to-navigate destination, Phu Quoc delivers a once-in-a-lifetime experience in a Vietnam elopement, without the Bali crowds.

Explore our Vietnam elopement package s for more options.

Top Phu Quoc Elopement Locations for Your Dream Wedding

Sao Beach: White sand and turquoise waters—ideal for barefoot beach ceremonies at sunset.
Ong Lang Beach: Quieter and more rustic, great for intimate moments.
Rooftop Venues in Duong Dong: City-meets-ocean views perfect for chic elopements.
Private Villas: Perfect for couples wanting total privacy.

Best Time To Elope in Phu Quoc

Best time: November to April (dry season).

Expect sunshine, low humidity, and calm seas.
Avoid May to October (rainy season).

Check current weather: Phu Quoc Forecast

Legal vs Symbolic Ceremony in Vietnam: What’s Best for Foreign Couples?

Vietnamese law makes legal weddings for foreigners complex. Most couples opt for symbolic ceremonies.

Tip: Get legally married in your home country, then enjoy a personalized ceremony in Phu Quoc.

More info: Australian Government – Marrying Overseas

Estimated Elopement Costs in Phu Quoc

Photography + Videography: $2,300–$5,100 USD
Hair & Makeup: $100–$250 USD
Flowers & Styling: $300–$1100 USD
Beach Permit + Setup: depends on your venue or your requirements
Accommodation (Luxury Resort): $120–$400/night

Total average: $2,820–6,850 USD

Compare Phu Quoc resort rates on Booking.com or Agoda to plan your budget

How to Get There from the US, Canada & Australia

Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) from major cities like Los Angeles, Toronto, Sydney.
Then take a 1-hour domestic flight to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC).

Visa tip: Most passport holders can enter Vietnam with e-visa (30 days, single entry).

Local Tips for a Smooth Experience

Book sunset time slots for golden hour lighting.
Plan for tropical humidity with breathable fabrics.
Work with a local Vietnam photographer to handle permits and vendors.
Explore after your ceremony: snorkeling, boat cruises, pepper farms, and night markets.

Elopement Planning with Jasmin Wedding – Your Phu Quoc Wedding Experts

We help couples from North America and Australia elope stress-free in Phu Quoc with:

Customized planning & styling
Beach and villa ceremony options
Timeless pictures & video
Vendor coordination
Multilingual support

Let us help you make magic. Contact Jasmin Wedding here.

Testimonials from International Couples

From Meriki & Mick

Three weeks before leaving for Vietnam for my 40th Birthday, my sister Vanessa Webber had this crazy idea that Mick and I should elope. With me giving a half-assed ‘sure, you plan us a wedding and we’ll do it’, she ran off and arranged a Zoom meeting with the sweetest photographer, in Vietnam – Thang.

Things very quickly came together and all of a sudden we were surrounded by the most caring, generous, and talented team that brought it all to life.

So, massive thanks to all of the incredible people who made this the most magical day of our lives.

Firstly, thank you Vanessa for pushing us, supporting us, finding Thang, and being so excited about every moment of our journey. Jasmin Wedding, Thang, thank you for your care and support through planning our special day and for introducing us to all the right people.

Thank you for making our day so fun and for the stunning captured memories not only on our wedding day but for giving your time so generously in Sunset Town the night before too. A special thank you to Tinh too for the photos, the fun, and for entertaining the girls. 📷 @jasminweddingphotography

We can’t thank Thang and his team enough for creating the most perfect day for us. The memories captured are absolutely stunning, beyond what I ever could have imagined, and he was so fun to spend our time with. 100% recommend!

From Meriki & Mick

From Reem & Daniel

Amazing photos, Thang is so sweet and very persistent, he knows how to make us laugh on every photo too! Perfect editing and he has a beautiful personality. We eloped to Vietnam and Thang was very nice to take our photos! We loved them and him too 🥰🥰🥰

From Reem & Daniel

From Kevin & Maeva

Our experience working with Thang was amazing. He made us feel so comfortable and guided us the whole time! We had never had professional photos done before, and I’ll admit I was a bit nervous about how it would go, especially since we were coming all the way from Canada and our only communication had been online and over a few video calls. We felt right at ease and I could not believe how amazing the photos looked after just seeing a few sneak peeks during our first shoot!!

I was initially drawn to Thang’s work via his Instagram page and LOVED the way he captured the couple’s moments and captured the beautiful surroundings as well. The fact that he even travelled to the location we’d chosen for our wedding (Phu Quoc Island) was so incredible. Our wedding went off without a hitch, he also found/suggested a florist who provided the decor for our ceremony and a beautiful backdrop for our photos.

We are forever grateful to have met and worked with Thang. We have gorgeous photos we will be able to look at and remember our trip by, and share with our family and our future children one day! do not hesitate to hire him, he is the best!! Thank you, Thang <3

From Kevin & Maeva