Wedding invitations

Marriage invitation

"Marriage invitation" is how many families in India search for a wedding card — and the questions are the same: what is the right format, what should we write, and how do we get it to everyone in time. This page answers those, with samples you can copy.

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Templates

Start from a template

Every one opens with a moment — tap, swipe or scratch — then shows the details, a map and RSVP. Tap a card to try it.

Us, in Stories

The wedding told as Instagram stories — tap through us, each function, the venue, then RSVP.

Stories

Rajputana Scroll

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Royal scroll

Save the Date, on Film

Film-grain stories typed out like a love letter — our photos, the date, the city, the countdown.

Stories

Scratch the Date

Three gold-foil tiles — scratch each to uncover the date, the time and the city of the wedding.

Scratch card

Postcard from GoaPro

Sun-faded postcard stories that wave in — the beach, the mandap, the dates, the flights.

Stories

We Said YesPro

A rose-gold scratch card with a ring under the foil — scratch to find “We’re engaged”, then the party.

Scratch card

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How it works

Ready in about fifteen minutes

  1. 1

    Pick a template

    Choose how it opens — a scroll, a diya, an envelope, a chat, stories or a scratch card.

  2. 2

    Make it yours

    Add names, every function, muhurat times and venues, in English or any Indian language. Add a photo.

  3. 3

    Share on WhatsApp

    Publish and send one link. It opens full-screen on any phone, no app needed.

  4. 4

    Track RSVPs

    On Pro (₹99), guests reply inside the invite and you see who is coming to each function.

On funvite, a marriage invitation is a short, interactive card you share as a link. Pick a style, fill in the names, functions and venues, and send it on WhatsApp. It works for a large shaadi with seven functions and for a small registered marriage with lunch afterwards.

Standard marriage invitation format

  • Heading or invocation
  • Names of the hosts (parents, sometimes grandparents)
  • "Cordially invite you to the marriage of…"
  • Bride's and groom's names, with their parents
  • Date, day and time
  • Venue with full address and map
  • Reception or lunch details
  • RSVP and contact

Small and registered marriages

Not every marriage is a week-long event. Court and registered marriages, temple weddings and intimate home ceremonies are increasingly common, and the invitation can be just as warm. Mention the registrar's office or temple, keep the guest list small and personal, and invite a wider circle to a lunch or dinner afterwards. A short, elegant envelope template suits this well.

Wording

Wording you can copy

Change the names in brackets and paste into your invite or message. Every line on a funvite invite is editable, in any script.

Standard format, parents hosting

Mr and Mrs [Parents' names] cordially invite you and your family to the marriage of their daughter [Bride's name] with [Groom's name] (son of Mr and Mrs [Groom's parents]) on [Day], [Date] at [Time] at [Venue, address] Lunch / dinner to follow.

Registered marriage, followed by lunch

[Name] and [Name] are getting married! We'll sign the register on [Date] at [Time], [Office/Venue], with our families beside us. Please join us for lunch afterwards at [Venue], [Time].

Temple wedding

With the blessings of [Deity], the marriage of [Bride's name] and [Groom's name] will be solemnised at [Temple], [City] on [Date] at [Muhurat time]. We request your presence and blessings.

Hindi, simple Hindi

सविनय निवेदन [वधू का नाम] एवं [वर का नाम] के विवाह समारोह में आप सपरिवार आमंत्रित हैं। दिनांक: [दिनांक] स्थान: [स्थान]

From the couple

We're getting married, and we'd love you there. [Name] & [Name] [Date] · [Venue], [City] No gifts, just your blessings.

WhatsApp message

Dear [Name], we are happy to share that [Bride's name] and [Groom's name] are getting married on [Date]. Here is the invitation with all the details: [link]. Please do come.

Questions

Frequently asked

What is the difference between a marriage invitation and a wedding invitation?

Nothing in practice — both mean the card inviting guests to the ceremony. "Marriage invitation" is more common in Indian English.

What is the correct format for a marriage invitation?

Invocation, host line, request line, the couple's names with parents, date and time, venue, then reception and RSVP. See the list above.

How do I invite people to a court marriage?

Keep it short and personal. Mention the registration and invite guests to the meal or small celebration that follows.

Can I make a marriage invitation for free?

Yes. Free templates are free to make, preview and share as a link. Pro (₹99) adds RSVP, games and removes branding.

How many days before should a marriage invitation be sent?

Four to eight weeks before, depending on how many guests need to travel.

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