Unforgettable Weddings Crafted by Expert English-Speaking Planners

In Lisbon, day-of coordination typically ranges from €1,200–€2,500, partial planning from €2,500–€5,000, and full-service from €4,000–€10,000+, depending on guest count, season and complexity. Prices are set by each planner and you pay them directly. Rates are not listed on Locallista, so request detailed proposals and inclusions.

Review recent portfolios, real weddings and independent reviews, then ask for two client referees you can contact. Request a sample timeline, risk and weather contingency plan, and a transparent contract with deliverables and response times. Ensure they’ve planned weddings for international couples in Portugal and can communicate clearly in English.

Yes. Many Lisbon wedding planners are fluent in English and used to multicultural, interfaith and LGBTQ+ celebrations. Ask about specific experience with your traditions, whether they can source inclusive vendors, and if they provide translation for ceremonies or speeches so guests from different backgrounds feel welcome and included.

Full-service covers concept, budgeting, venue and supplier sourcing, design, logistics and on-the-day management from start to finish. Partial planning supports selected areas when you’ve booked some elements yourself. Day-of (often month-of) coordination ties everything together, finalises timelines and runs the event, ensuring your plans are executed seamlessly on the day.

Planners can guide you through Portuguese requirements and liaise with registrars or celebrants, but you remain responsible for official documentation. Timelines vary by nationality and ceremony type; allow several weeks for translations, apostilles and bookings. Many couples choose a symbolic ceremony in Portugal after completing the legal paperwork at home.

The most popular months are May–June and September–October for warm, comfortable weather and golden light. July–August can be hot and busy, while winter offers value but higher rain risk. A good planner builds robust Plan B options—covered spaces, tents, wind screens and adjusted timelines—to protect comfort, photos and entertainment.

Lisbon planners regularly work with palaces in Sintra, rustic quintas, vineyards, beachfront settings in Cascais or Costa da Caparica, chic rooftops and contemporary warehouses. They coordinate transport for guests and consider local regulations like sound curfews. Expect curated site visits, layout plans and design concepts tailored to your venue’s character.

Most planners maintain trusted supplier networks—caterers, florists, photographers, bands—that suit different styles and budgets, helping secure availability and consistent quality. You can usually bring your own vendors, subject to venue rules and required documentation. Clarify deliverables, arrival times and set-up needs early to avoid surprises and protect the schedule.

Budget for Portuguese VAT (IVA, often 23%), travel or accommodation for suppliers, overtime for bands and transport, rentals (furniture, lighting, generators), permits, corkage and clean-up fees. International couples may also need translations or document handling. Ask whether quotes are net or inclusive of tax, and confirm cut-off times and extras.

Remote planning typically combines video calls, shared planning tools, WhatsApp updates and digital design boards. Planners can provide virtual venue tours and propose a focused site-visit weekend for tastings, trials and walkthroughs when you’re in town. Agree on response times, time-zone windows and milestone check-ins to keep decisions moving.