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The topic of marriage between people from various regions of the world is very wide and can cover big areas of human life, from legal matters to cultural norms and views on a perfect marriage. But usually, when such a question about far-distance relationships pops up, the most intimate and important aspect is meant: how to meet a person from afar and woo him or her into marriage. Since men are more active in the international search for happiness and are not afraid to venture abroad to find a dream girl, in this article, we’ll explore all the key points of going to Europe as an American to get married in EU. Read on to find out all the important things you need to know before you book a ticket.
Europe is not a monolith whole; it is a collection of different zones and cultural patterns, and that’s why ladies from Eastern Europe are different from ladies in Western Europe.
If you travel to Europe from the USA, you will find that Western European women are very much like American ladies, with few small differences. While ladies from Eastern Europe are the type of women for whose sake you actually undertake this trip – loyal, tender, feminine, soft, and supportive of their husbands, not to mention their exceptional beauty. So how do you date them and propose to them, whether in Eastern or Western Europe?
Western European women are more relaxed and informal in their approach to looks, they don’t try to ‘dress to impress,’ they choose comfort and personal style over everything else. They don’t indulge in cosmetics, and for going out, they’ll dress just a little fancier than for everyday activities. They are known for truly natural beauty when groomed hair and skin are the best decoration. The French girl style and fleur are what a European lady is like.
Eastern European ladies invest plenty of time and effort into their looks, and they look breathtakingly beautiful any moment of the day. They love stylish and dressy clothes and always wear at least a few touches of makeup. A polished glamor that enhances their natural feminine attractiveness: that’s what foreign men love in Eastern European ladies.
American ladies say that they dress casually, but in reality, they select their outfits carefully, in line with the latest trends, and apply elaborate makeup. So in this, they are like Eastern European ladies. They do believe in improving and enhancing what they have.
Western European ladies and American women are very independent and self-sufficient, they don’t consider marriage to be the most important step in life. Career, self-fulfillment, and other activities are of equal importance to them.
Eastern European brides, in contrast, believe that family is above all, and they take marriage extremely seriously. If they marry, they put all of themselves into their marriage and expect their husbands to share this attitude.
European and American women tend to behave as equals, splitting bills, planning common activities or entertainment, and getting into the driver’s seat of relationship development.
Eastern European women let a man take the lead (and expect him to do so) and feel pretty OK following this lead.
Women from all these regions usually have a good education and can earn a living, but Eastern European ladies put starting a family first, while the rest take the backseat. So if you look for a loving wife who will build a cozy family nest for you and your kids, marry one of the Eastern European women.
That’s where European and American approaches differ greatly.
American women (just like men) approach dating and choosing a partner as a quest, a search for the best partner according to a list of requirements. It’s normal for them to have a couple of dates with a person they like and then move on to date someone else just to see if this person fits their requirements best. Some may even compare this approach to shopping. Americans surf around and believe that they have many options, so ‘settling down’ happens much earlier or does not happen at all.
This trend is additionally boosted by the abundance of dating apps and the ease with which strangers meet after a connection in the app and start dating without knowing each other.
Europeans, both Eastern and Western, take the idea of family very seriously, and when they start dating someone, they approach it with all responsibility and commitment.
So if you surf around through many women while you try to get married in Europe, you’re very likely to ruin your reputation, because today it’s quite easy to post on socials about the guy who starts dating and then just disappears without any explanation. Pick a lady you really like and want to get close to and date her in a respectful old-fashioned way.
That’s also an interesting point to consider. Dating apps and sites grow more and more popular but in different ways. Americans use apps to find people in their own country, and Europeans use apps if they are interested in finding a partner from abroad. This principle particularly applies when Eastern European women are looking for foreign husbands.
It happens because, for Americans, it’s quite normal to find an attractive stranger in a dating app and start dating them. If something does not turn out as expected, this relationship is ended and a new one is started. Americans also have a very detailed categorization of stages of dating or closeness, they may ‘see someone’ but not date them, ‘weigh their options,’ ‘see a few people simultaneously’ etc. Commitment arises rather late in relationships, so to say.
Europeans, both Eastern and Western, see dating and commitment more organically and traditionally. They tend to find their match through mutual friends or connections, and they get to know each other before they start dating officially. So places to get married in Europe are usually those that host big gatherings and where someone can introduce you to a nice girl.
That’s the most promising start of relationships. It makes the choice more reasonable and careful, and then the desire to dump someone immediately and pick a new partner is erased from the process. Commitment and honesty mean a lot, so be ready to act on these principles if you date a European woman.
If you date a Western European woman, expect to treat her as equal, like splitting bills, being clear and honest about the relationship, and even getting the love confession from her first, before you even gather enough courage to do it yourself. This approach has many advantages as it simplifies the path. If you ask her out for a coffee, clarify if this is a date or just a friendly meetup. It will help to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings later.
Yet, if you are into more traditional patterns where you court your lady gallantly and make the first move, select your bride among Eastern European women. These ladies follow your lead, expect you to act like a gentleman, and plan the dates, and they won’t challenge your every decision or offer. Buy them flowers or small gifts, shower them with your attention, and they will feel really pleased.
These brides from Europe are more reserved in the expression of their emotions and personality, so they may look a bit nervous or strained during the first dates. But when you get to know each other better, they blossom into the most charming companions, easygoing and cheerful. Just give them some time.
When it comes to this, remember that the age for legal marriage starts at 18, but clarify in advance. For Western European women, it’s ok to pop the question to their man and be relaxed and more casual about it. For Eastern European women, the proposal is an important path of relationships, the declaration of the guy’s true love, they want it to be romantic and nice, and they will share the news and, preferably, the images of the proposal with everyone around. It’s normal for them, so don’t get confused. It’s a really happy moment for them, so take your time to plan it and fulfill it carefully.
One more point is to learn what documents are needed to bring your new souse into the USA. So prepare them in advance together with your fiancée to avoid the situation when you get married in Europe quickly and happily, then you depart for the USA alone, and leave her behind to wait for the red tape troubles to be settled down. Definitely not the best beginning of married life together.
When we talk about European ladies in conjunction with marriage, we usually mean ladies from Slavic countries that belong to the Eastern European areas. Eastern Europe includes Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus, as well as Polish and Czech peoples, among others. So now we’ll look a bit closer at the bridal pool of these countries and describe some nuances and expectations that accompany dating these women.
This Eastern European country is known for its amazingly beautiful women who are not against the idea of marrying a foreigner and moving to his country. Ukrainian ladies have impressive looks with darker hair and eyes that can be compared to the hot beauty of Italian women. Ukrainians are well-educated, have a good sense of humor, and cherish family life. They are not against getting flowers or souvenirs but don’t expect them to fall for you just because you gave them flowers. They know their worth, and they will respect you, but if you respect them in return. They are good caretakers, but they can also provide for themselves.
So while dating one of them, you need to balance your desire for leading the couple with stepping back periodically and letting her act on her plans. Then you will have the best life companion you can dream of.
You can meet amazing Ukrainian brides through websites or apps or travel to Ukraine to meet them IRL. Big shopping malls, popular cafes, and various events are suitable places to find a woman who can make a good wife, not an experience gold-digger on a hunt. Travel to their land is necessary in any case because your marriage will be officiated back in the USA only if you have visited your fiancée before the marriage took place.
These ladies are beautiful with this pale northern beauty that can be compared to Scandinavian. They tend to have lighter hair and eyes and pale skin. They are very homely and prefer to be loving housewives and mothers rather than build a career. However, when they do start a family, they devote themselves to making everyone comfortable. They love lavish gifts and will expect their men to pamper them regularly. These women have a decent education but will gladly pursue the traditionally feminine path of raising kids and caring for the family.
With a Russian wife, you will be a true head of the household, whose word is the final one. Your wife won’t argue with you and will rather expect you to make decisions big and small.
Meet them through marriage-oriented apps, on dedicated websites, and in their native land. Bars, restaurants, cafes, and parties in big cities are the place to look for a wife. You can also find Russian ladies in popular inexpensive resorts in Cyprus, Egypt, and Turkey where they also look for a chance to meet a foreign bridegroom.
One more country of Eastern Europe is the home to one more type of Slavic beauties, whose look can be compared to mermaids as they are traditionally depicted. Pale skin, blonde hair, delicate facial features, and blue or grey eyes make them look ethereal, but they are real women of flesh and blood. They have an independent spirit like Ukrainians, and they are not against the idea of meeting a husband from America, for example. So they will travel to your homeland to settle down there but will want to have their say in everything that happens in the family. These ladies can make a career or start a small business, yet they will gladly pursue domestic activities.
Belarus ladies are loyal, earnest, and trustworthy and possess quiet tempers. You’ll be really happy and comfortable when such a lady is around, and she will be an excellent mom to your kids.
You can meet these ladies online through websites and apps and invite the one you really like to come to visit you. Currently, travels to Belarus are not recommended because of security reasons.
Ladies from Poland also take one of the leading positions in the rating of Eastern European brides. Polish ladies are known for their exceptionally cheerful character and good disposition, they are welcoming ladies of the house and hearts of the parties and family gatherings big and small. If you want your familial hearth to be really warm and comforting, choose a Polish bride.
These ladies with soft feminine attractiveness and a variety of hair colors and facial features will please the eye of any man, local or foreign. However, don’t think these women have no character of their own. They are independent and accomplished, and if you prefer to have a reliable and creative business partner at your side, they will fit in perfectly.
Polish ladies love attention and gallantry, but they are not afraid to show their affection and make the first steps. Marrying a foreigner is totally OK for them as long as their bridegroom behaves reasonably and respects them.
Where to find this treasure of a woman? You can connect with them through various apps or travel to Poland to try your luck and meet someone in person. Poland is rich in natural and historical attractions, and Polish women love traveling and exploring their country, so you have all chances of finding the woman of your dreams while sightseeing or relaxing in one of the cozy little cafes.
Last but not least on our list – meet the Czech Republic and its daughters who are as beautiful as they are free-spirited and practical. These women love the simple pleasures of life, so if you love nature, good food, and an active way of life, they will be your perfect match. Czech ladies are very attractive and feminine, but they are not fragile flowers at all. They can be good moms and wives, but they can easily run a business or a big farm on their own. So mind that they will expect to be treated as equals and to have a voice in all decisions related to family matters.
If such a prospect does not scare you and you are ready to build partner-like relationships, go ahead. Women from the Czech Republic are reliable, straightforward, and loving towards those who treat them well. Besides, they are used to living in a multicultural environment, so moving to the USA won’t bring any big surprises to them. Your home will stand strong with a Czech woman under its roof.
Where to meet such single women? Online, through websites and dating apps, or directly while traveling to the Czech Republic. The country is really impressive in terms of history and nature, and like in the case of Poland, you are very likely to hook up with some beautiful lady while touring or having fun at one of the big national or local festivities that the country regularly hosts.
Now that we’ve pointed your attention towards countries to find European bride, you may wonder what sites are reliable enough to start your romantic journey there. Here’s our top list of platforms that offer profiles of real women seeking happiness abroad. Give them a try and see for yourself that this way of dating and finding your match is really working – and helping to build happy marriages.
This site hosts real profiles of women from Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus who are focused specifically on marriage. You can access the complete functionality of this platform (like messaging, chatting, and uploading pics) for free, and access advanced features for a small fee. Happy reviews of users, overall ease of use, and the simple site layout let us rate it as number one. This is not to mention the abundance of pretty candidates who are here for the same thing that you are – for starting a relationship and eventually tying the knot. We definitely recommend it for those looking for Ukrainian brides in particular.
This is also a popular site that hosts profiles of girls from Russia, Ukraine, Poland, the Czech Republic, and some other European countries, as well as Latinas or Asians, very occasionally. The site has a neat layout and a big set of features, but the free package is rather limited, and to start communicating freely through all channels you have to buy credits. Prices are average across the market, though.
The site bans scamming accounts, hosts real profiles only, and has a convenient mobile app. You can try it if you are in the right mood now.
This site is on the more expensive side of the spectrum (although it’s not clear why, since it does not offer any advanced features that other sites do not have). On the other hand, the platform is a location with thousands of real women looking for marriage, so why not. The site hosts women mainly from Europe and offers a precise matching algorithm (or at least claims so). The platform works well on mobile as well as on the PC, offers very simple registration, and does not ask for lots of personal data from you (which some may seem weird since you want to tell about yourself all that you find interesting or potentially attractive for ladies).
So register and try your luck, maybe they do have this special matchmaking algorithm, after all.
Although its name seems a bit tacky, the site itself is another robust platform for getting married in Europe for foreigners. The site boasts about the regular influx of new users (both men and women) and promises to help you find a spouse. The audience of users flocks from Europe, the USA, and Latin America in uneven proportions, so use filters to search the database for the nationality you prefer. The site offers a wide search toolkit, but most features are paid, and prices are on the higher side. In addition, there are no apps, so you have to rely on their web version.
The site promises to host only real people, so why not try it, for a change?
The last in the rating of our top 5 sites is JollyRomance. The site has positive reviews and the functionality of all other sites of this type. It focuses specifically on women from Eastern Europe, so you don’t have to apply lots of filters to find them. The platform offers an impressive set of free features, which is good, but there are some reviews that gold-diggers were detected here. So use your reason while listening to an unknown woman singing heavenly praises to you after 5 minutes of acquaintance. However, most reviews are positive, so we included this site in our list. Additional features may be a bit pricey, but the free features are enough to start communication and see if you want to go deeper with one of the potential Polish or Russian brides.
There’s nothing wrong with you testing the waters on this site as well.
As you see, the diversity of European dating sites offering connection and communication with single European women is immense, but we did our best to bring you the most reliable and useful sites. So read what we’ve said about European women, Slavic women, in particular, decide what you want to see in your future wife, and start your romantic journey.
The theory is nothing without practice, and you won’t hear this beaten but nevertheless thrilling Mendelssohn march at the altar if you just sit and think. So go ahead, register on a dating site and say ‘hello, beauty' to a woman you like. And the rest will just happen naturally.
Kenneth O'Riley – a relationship coach and psychologist based in Montreal, Canada. Besides a huge experience of working with couples and singles, Kenneth can share knowledge about Slavic women and the peculiarities of dating ladies from Ukraine and Russia. Our author has Ukrainian origin and lived in Kyiv, Ukraine, for 10 years. Such experience allows us to call him a real expert in Slavic girls and share working tips with you.
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