It’s up to you to decide how long you’d like your vows to be. Generally, most vows take about a minute to read. After you’ve written your vows, it’s a good idea to read them aloud with a timer to see how much time in the ceremony you’ll need to set aside for your vows. While reading your vows in front of your wedding guests, you’ll want to be sure to slow down and read them. It’s natural to speed up when you’re nervous, but doing so can make it hard for your guests and partner to understand everything you have to say fully.