# Kalyan Co — destination weddings in India, planned from anywhere

Source: https://kalyanco.com

Publisher: Kalyan Co (https://kalyanco.com)
Updated: 2026-10-02

Kalyan Co plans destination weddings in India for couples who live anywhere in the world. We are based in Kochi, Kerala, and plan weddings on the backwaters, beaches, palaces and hills of India. For 150 guests over three days, most couples spend ₹42.4–92.8 lakh (about US$44,000–97,000), and we plan by video call and WhatsApp in your time zone. We plan Hindu, Christian, Muslim, civil, interfaith and fusion weddings.

## How it works from abroad

1. **A video call in your time zone.** Thirty minutes to talk about places, guest numbers, dates and budget. You get a shortlist within 48 hours.
2. **A proposal in your currency.** Venues, a draft budget in dollars, pounds, euros or dirhams, and a timeline.
3. **Planning from home.** Monthly calls, a shared plan and a WhatsApp group. Most couples visit once, or not at all, before the wedding.
4. **Save the dates and guest travel.** A travel page for your guests with visas, flights, hotels and dress codes.
5. **Wedding week.** We meet everyone at the airport and run every function. You enjoy it.

## Destinations

| Destination | Best months | Typical budget (150 guests, 3 nights) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [Kerala](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/kerala) | September to March | ₹42.4–92.8 lakh (about US$44,000–97,000) |
| [Goa](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/goa) | November to March | ₹52.6 lakh–₹1.14 crore (about US$55,000–119,000) |
| [Udaipur](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/udaipur) | October to March | ₹66.8 lakh–₹1.53 crore (about US$70,000–160,000) |
| [Jaipur](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/jaipur) | October to March | ₹57.1 lakh–₹1.35 crore (about US$60,000–142,000) |
| [Rishikesh](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/rishikesh) | October, November and February to April | ₹39–85.9 lakh (about US$41,000–90,000) |
| [Coorg](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/coorg) | October to March | ₹44.2–93.6 lakh (about US$46,000–98,000) |
| [Jim Corbett](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/jim-corbett) | October to March | ₹45.4–95.7 lakh (about US$48,000–100,000) |
| [Lonavala](https://kalyanco.com/destination-weddings/lonavala) | October to February | ₹42.2–90.7 lakh (about US$44,000–95,000) |

## What couples abroad ask first

### Is it legal for foreigners to marry in India?

Yes. Foreign nationals can marry under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, after one partner has lived in the district for 30 days and a 30-day notice period. Because that takes time, most couples marry legally at home and hold their ceremony in India.

### Is it safe for our guests?

Our destinations are established tourist and wedding regions. We plan every transfer, keep guests in vetted hotels, and run a help desk and WhatsApp line throughout the stay.

### Do our guests need visas?

Most do. Many nationalities can apply online for an Indian e-Visa; we send each guest the steps for their passport.

### Will it be cheaper than a wedding at home?

Usually, for the same standard. Rooms, food, décor and staff cost less in India than in Western Europe, North America or Australia, which is why couples often host a longer celebration for the same budget.

### Will it feel like our wedding, not someone else’s?

Yes. You choose what to include. Many couples keep their own vows and traditions and add Indian touches: garlands, mehndi, a sadya or chenda drummers.

### What if something goes wrong?

One planner owns the whole plan, with a backup for every vendor, weather plans for every outdoor function and a crew on site from set-up to the last guest home.

## More

- [Planning from abroad](https://kalyanco.com/international)
- [Wedding cost calculator](https://kalyanco.com/tools/destination-wedding-cost-calculator)
- [Muhurtham dates](https://kalyanco.com/muhurat)
- [Guides](https://kalyanco.com/guides)
- [Facts about Kalyan Co](https://kalyanco.com/facts)
- [Contact](https://kalyanco.com/contact)