FAQ + Tips
You’ve probably got a stack of questions about everything to do with getting hitched, so browse through the articles below for some answers that will help you make the right decision in creating your perfect day.
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FAQs
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Simple answer - No. You need to have completed, signed and had witnessed a Notice Of Intended Marriage at least one month before you can get married.
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If you have a passport, you’re sorted. If not, you will need to have a copy of your birth certificate and a drivers licence. Your ID must be seen by the celebrant before they can marry you.
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Simple answer - Yes - If it’s within Australia. We are a representative of the Australian Government so we are not authorised to marry people in other countries.
However, if you want to get married in Bali for example, we can marry you here in a very simple signing ceremony with you and two witnesses before you leave and then follow you to Bali for your big celebration.
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Simple answer - Yes I will. Some celebrants do and some don’t so make sure you check with them if you want to play your music through their speaker on the day. Also check whether they will personally play the music or whether you’ll need to have someone else play it through their speaker. If you choose me, I will play it all.
Changing Your Name
If you’re looking to change your last name after getting married, but don’t know where to start, this is going to make your life better!
About 70% of newly-married brides (and about 4% of pioneering grooms) change their last name after marriage. But it’s not as easy as you think it could be.
For starters you can start using your new last name immediately after you are married. However if you want it changed on official documents like passport, bank, drivers licence etc. then it’s time consuming to say the least. It can take around 8 hours over several days or weeks to complete. And this is because every company or institution have their own unique processes and can’t share your details with anyone else.