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What does the Celebrant
do?
Your Celebrant will ensure that all the legal paperwork is
correct and submitted promptly.
Your Celebrant will work with you to create a ceremony to
meet your requirements.
Your Celebrant is there to legally solemnize your marriage.
Celebrants are often able to provide a wealth of information
and suggestions related to the many aspects of a wedding.
What does a Celebrant charge?
There is no set fee for a Celebrant.
Most Celebrants charge between $350 and $700 for ceremonies
held in their area/region
(See my SERVICES page).
Ensure you know what is included in your Celebrants fee (see
my SERVICES page).
How far in advance do we need to contact a Celebrant?
You should call and make an appointment with a Celebrant as
soon as you have a date
for your wedding (see my CONTACT page).
You need to do this more than one month prior to
your planned wedding date.
Remember, your Celebrant may be able to assist you with much
of the information you seek to prepare your wedding day.
What are the legal requirements for marrying?
You must provide the Celebrant with notice of a minimum of
one month
before your planned wedding date.
You must complete a Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) form
which is valid for
18 months. You can obtain this form yourself from the
Attorney General website
http://www.ag.gov.au/www/agd/agd.nsf/Page/MarriageGetting_Married
or your Celebrant can provide you with a copy. This
form must be given to your
authorised Celebrant at least one month
prior to your wedding date.
You must both present to the Celebrant your original birth
certificates.
People coming from overseas to marry must present to the
Celebrant a current passport.
The person from overseas may require a Prospective Marriage
Visa from their country
(see Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship
website)
If you were previously married you must present to the
Celebrant either your divorce
notification, or the Death Certificate or your
previous partner.
You must be over the age of 18 years. Special requirements
apply for young people
under the age of 18 years to be legally married (see the above
website).
Two witnesses to the marriage - both must be at least 18 yrs
of age.
The couple must sign a declaration that they are both
legally able to marry each other.
Do we have to attend any pre-marital courses?
It is your choice to attend per-marriage courses.
Authorised Celebrants are bound to provide information to
you on such courses and
encourage you both to attend.
Where can we be married?
It is your choice where you hold your wedding ceremony.
Your Celebrant may be able to offer suggestions and
information on many of your local
wedding locations or venues.
Try to arrange a nearby indoor or sheltered venue as an
alternative should the weather
not be suitable for your outdoor venue on the day.
Can I organise a ‘surprise wedding’ for my partner?
It is a lovely romantic idea but you and your partner must
both be aware of and consent
to your impending marriage. This is a legal requirement.
You are required to lodge your signed NOIM form with your
Celebrant at least one month
prior to your planned wedding date.
Are there any legal requirements for reaffirmation of
marriage vows ceremonies?
No. As this type of ceremony has no legal requirements you
are free to make any type of arrangements you like for this
celebration. Your Celebrant can help you plan for a most
memorable and happy day.
Will you travel to other locations
outside the ACT to conduct a ceremony?
Yes, I will travel to locations outside the ACT regional
area. Please contact me to
enquire about the particular place you have chosen for your
wedding.
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