Planning guide
Wedding RSVP timeline
Late RSVPs stress couples and caterers. Set a firm deadline and build reminder touchpoints.
- 6–8 weeks before
Invitations mailed with RSVP date
- 4 weeks before
RSVP deadline
- 2 weeks before
Personal follow-up with non-responders
- 1 week before
Final headcount to caterer & venue
FAQ
- What if guests RSVP late?
- Follow up by phone. After final count is due to caterer, late RSVPs may not be accommodated.
Track milestones on the planning checklist and timeline , then build your ceremony and reception day-of schedule when dates are locked.