To be legally married in Australia, you must:
Not be married to someone else.
Not be marrying a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother or sister.
Be at least eighteen years old (unless a court has approved a marriage where one party is aged between sixteen and eighteen years old).
Understand what marriage means and freely consent to becoming husband and wife.
Use specific words during the ceremony.
Give written notice of their intention to marry to their authorised celebrant.
(Source: https://www.ag.gov.au/FamiliesAndMarriage/Marriage/Pages/Getting-married.aspx)
You need to provide the below identity documents:
Evidence of the date and place of birth (passport, birth certificate and driver's licence).
Evidence of any previous divorce or death of any spouse, if applicable (e.g. divorce papers, death certificate).
🌍 Non-Australians getting married in Australia: You don't have to be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident of Australia to legally marry here. If you are from overseas and want to marry in Australia, as a registered civil marriage celebrant, I will be more than happy to assist you.
The wedding ceremony is the heart of your wedding day and its most significant moment because:
It’s when you exchange your vows and make your promises.
It’s when the legal contract of marriage is formalized.
It’s when you stand before your loved ones to publicly declare your love and commitment to one another.
Whether formal or relaxed, the key to a meaningful wedding ceremony is that it truly reflects the personalities of the couple. A thoughtfully crafted ceremony has a clear structure, flows smoothly, and keeps everyone engaged while remaining deeply personal and intimate. The music and poetry should enhance the vows and the atmosphere, while the celebrant’s leadership should be warm, inclusive, and heartfelt.