Byo Photographer

[futuremrsjimmymac]

Has anyone played with the idea of bringing their own photographer/videographer? How does that work? Do I pay for their hotel and flight?

[puravida2015]

Depends on the deal you're able to work out with that photographer / videographer. You'll have to discuss those terms.  Whether you pay for their flight and room and get a discounted package or they pay for their own travel expenses for the opportunity to shoot at a destination wedding. But most will expect you to pay at least a port of their travel costs.

[spjwedding]

I always figured to have to pay for travel expenses so I didn't even look into it. Would rather find someone who knows the area dn the great "inside" spots to shoot

[beckys98]

My sister brought her photographer to Mexico for her wedding and paid for travel and accommodations for 2 people. Plus the price of the package.

[TAkathy]

It is also important to check with the property if you are having the ceremony at a location where the package may include the services of a local photographer.  They often have pre-arranged agreements with local vendors and there could be a fee for not using the one they have contracted with.

 

In addition, there may be a fee for using an outside vendor - and it may vary depending on whether they are also on the guest list or not (staying at the property vs elsewhere)

[calgarybride2015]

At my resort if they stayed more than 3 nights there was no vendor fee.

 

I've inquired with a few people in my town and got 3 different answers. Some want their trip paid and work is free. Some want their trip and a spouse paid and work is free. Some want a package paid and they pay their own way. Everyone is different, so you'd have to ask around

 

 

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[kmk2016]

Just a word of caution to think about... Even if you aren't exchanging cash (providing room and "board" at an all inclusive for your photographer to shoot your wedding) this is still a transaction in hiring someone to work for you. If your byo photographer is working in Mexico, they are theoretically required to apply for a temporary work permit. Obviously most do not- and never get caught...BUT... I for one would not want to be caught doing something illegal in Mexico (and this qualifies) or be responsible for having a byo photographer detained at the Mexican border because of an arrangement I organized. Not sure how hard it is to get the proper paperwork, but I would add this to your costs as well just to be safe.

[jessicarr]

My friend couln't find a photogrpaher for her wedding in the Bhamas and flew down her own. She paid for the tick and hotel but for her it was worth it

[malyna]

I'm bringing my own... We're planning on using the "free room" to help pay for his room

 

 

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