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Overseas
and
Interstate
Couples
If
your dream is to be married in Australia, I can help you turn that dream into a
reality. I can help you plan a stress-free civil ceremony catering to your needs
that is romantic and personal, creating memories to last a lifetime.
Once married you will need to apply to Births Deaths and Marriages to apply for
your Official Marriage Certificate, I will provide the application form. All the
necessary arrangements for your Wedding can be done by email, phone or fax from
you home town.
Please check with your local authorities for full details of recognition of
marriage in your country. Some countries require a special stamp called Apostille Stamp which needs to be obtained at your country’s Consulate before
you leave Australia - it cannot be done when you arrive home.
It is important to remember that there can only be one legal marriage, any
further ceremonies have to be re-affirmation ceremonies.
Marrying in Australia is a simple process. To be legally married in Australia,
the law requires that:
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To be legally
married in Australia the law requires that
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You are over 18
years old and not already married
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You both agree
freely to the marriage
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You are not of
the same sex
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You have proof
of identity (birth certificates, passports)
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That all
necessary documents must be original (photocopies are not accepted) and
translated into English if necessary, signed by an official notary
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A Notice of
Intended Marriage must be lodged with your celebrant at least one day and
one month prior to your marriage and no longer than 18 months prior, signed
and witnessed by an authorised person (to download form
Click Here
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The legal
process does not begin until the Notice of Intended Marriage has been
received by your celebrant
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You must sign a
document stating that you know of no reason why you cannot marry each other
(that you are not related by blood or adoption, already married or under 18
years)
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You must
provide proof of dissolution of any previous marriage (divorce or death
certificate)
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That both the
bride and groom and witnesses (2) must be able to speak and understand
English otherwise an official interpreter must be present
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That two
witnesses over the age of 18 years must be present
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That two
compulsory components must be included in the ceremony - the celebrant’s
authority and your vows
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That the
Marriage Register must be signed and witnessed
It
is not necessary to:
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To be a citizen of Australia
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To remain in
Australia once you have married
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To reside in
Australia before your marriage
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To pay
Government fees (except for obtaining the registered, stamped copy of your
marriage certificate approx $25AUS)
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To arrange the
details in person it can be done via email, phone and fax
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To have a
licence or medical certificates
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To make your
wedding plans public
Apostille Stamp
A
number of overseas countries require an Apostille to be stamped on original
marriage certificate before the marriage is recognised in that country. In
Australia an Apostille can only be attached by the Department of Foreign Affairs
and Trade
Visas
A
person marring in Australia or marring an Australian citizen may not be granted
residency. This is a matter for the Immigration Department. If you wish to apply
for a fiancé visa you will need to make arrangements within 9 months of arrival
in Australia.
Can
I use photo copies and certified copies of my legal documents?
No. All documents must be originals
Can
we use legal paperwork that is in another language?
No. Before you can submit it, your paperwork will need to be translated into the
English language by a recognised/registered translator.
How
do I find a translator in Australia?
If you require a translator or interpreter within Australia, please visit
NAATI
website
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