VOICED: Love conquers German bureaucracy in 'Europe's Las Vegas'

Benjamin and Natsuko faced bureaucratic challenges in Germany for their wedding, requiring extensive documentation. They opted for Denmark, known for its liberal marriage laws, simplifying the process. With minimal paperwork, they married on the Baltic island of Ida. Denmark's approach allows for international recognition of marriages with less red tape, making it a popular choice for couples from Germany and beyond.

What was one of the main bureaucratic challenges Benjamin and Natsuko faced in Germany?

• Booking a flight to Japan

• Getting a marriage license in Denmark

• Obtaining a translation of a birth certificate

• Finding a wedding venue

Why did Benjamin and Natsuko decide to marry in Denmark?

• Denmark has more liberal marriage laws

• They wanted a beach wedding

• Denmark offers free wedding services

• Their family lives in Denmark

Approximately how many couples travel from Germany to Denmark each year to get married?

• 1,000

• 3,000

• 6,000

• 10,000

What is a key reason why Denmark is compared to Las Vegas for weddings?

• It has a famous wedding chapel

• It is a popular tourist destination

• It offers quick and simple marriage procedures

• It has many casinos

How is a marriage in Denmark viewed in terms of EU law?

• It is only valid for a year

• It is not recognized outside Denmark

• It is legally recognized across the EU

• It requires additional paperwork for recognition