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Legal Requirements For Couples From Overseas

I have performed a large number of ceremonies for couples travelling from overseas to Australia for their ceremony.   I know the Perth area very well and am able to advise you on suitable venues if you wish.

The Notice of Intended Marriage form must be completed and in the Celebrant's possession at least 1 month and 1 day prior to the date of the ceremony. The law also requires that you provide the following documents to the Celebrant:

1. Australian Citizens Original Birth Certificate or a certified copy.
2. Citizens of other Countries. Original Birth Certificate or a current Passport from country of birth.
3. If either party has been married previously, documentary evidence of the divorce will be needed. In the event of the death of a partner, the Death Certificate must be produced.
4. If either party has changed their name by Deed Poll, documents certifying this must be provided.
5. The legal age in Australia to be married is 18 years. Two witnesses are required and they must be over the age of 18 years.

List of persons eligible to witness the Notice Of Intended Marriage Form

• Australian Diplomatic Officer
• Australian Consular Officer
• An employee of the Commonwealth or an employee of the Australian Trade Commission authorised under paragraph 3(c) of the Consular Act 1955.
• A Notary Public (If you cannot get to an Australian Embassy or Consulate using the services of a Notary Public will make completion of the Notice of Intended Marriage Form easier to arrange).