Formalities

At the first meeting, we will discuss what you would like and also cover what needs to be done. This will give you a clear sense of direction and also give you some great ideas to think about.

A notice of intended marriage is legally required to be filled out and lodged with your celebrant one month and one day before your wedding.  In certain circumstances, the Register of Births, Deaths and Marriages may grant a shortening of time. The other legal requirements state that you must be over 18 years of age and not be currently married to any other person.  The Notice of Intended Marriage form can be downloaded from the Attorney General Marriage Celebrant Section

Before your wedding I am required to establish your identity and will need to sight your original birth certificates (or certified copies).  If you were born overseas, a current overseas passport will also be acceptable.  If you have been married before I will need to sight evidence as to how your last marriage ended, either a Decree Absolute or Death Certificate.

To apply for a birth certificate in South Australia visit the Office of Consumer and Business Affairs

At your wedding you are required to have two witnesses over the age of eighteen years.

If any documents are in a foreign language an official translation into English will be required.  The National Accreditation Authority for translators can be contacted on 1300 557 470 or visit their website

To view the Civil celebrants Code of Conduct click here