After your marriage, the next step for most couples is ordering the official marriage certificate from Tasmania Births, Deaths and Marriages.
First, the Marriage Has to Be Registered
After the marriage:
- we complete the paperwork
- we lodge the marriage documents with the registry
- once the marriage is registered, you can order the official certificate
What Most Couples Need
Most couples want the official certificate for:
- name changes
- passport updates
- banking and identity updates
- visa paperwork
- general proof of marriage
Important Difference
The ceremonial certificate you get on the day is not usually enough for those purposes.
The official certificate comes from the state registry.
Best Advice
If you know you will need the official certificate quickly, plan for that early and check the current Tasmania BDM ordering process and timeframes.