International Weddings

You Can Get Married in Tasmania If You Are:

  • A tourist/visitor
  • Student visa holder
  • Working visa holder
  • Any other visa type
  • Not an Australian resident
  • Not an Australian citizen

No residency or citizenship requirements apply for getting married in Tasmania.

Essential Documentation:

  • Valid passport
  • Birth certificate (with official English translation if needed)
  • Single status certificate or equivalent
  • Any divorce/death certificates if previously married
  • Notice of Intended Marriage (lodged at least one month before)

Notice Period:

  • Must lodge Notice of Intended Marriage 1-18 months before
  • Cannot marry within one month of lodging
  • Plan your travel accordingly
  • Notice can be lodged from overseas

Lodging from Overseas

Your Notice of Intended Marriage must be signed in front of:

  • An Australian Diplomatic Officer
  • An Australian Consular Officer
  • A notary public
  • Other authorised persons as per Marriage Act

Translation Requirements

For non-English documents you need:

  • NAATI accredited translations
  • Original documents plus translations
  • Both documents must be provided
  • Allow time for translation process

Visa Considerations

Important Notes:

  • Getting married doesn’t automatically grant visa rights
  • Consult immigration authorities separately
  • Marriage doesn’t guarantee residency
  • Standard visa conditions still apply
  • Separate process for partner visas

Planning Your Marriage

Timeline Considerations:

  1. Lodge Notice of Intended Marriage (1-18 months before)
  2. Arrange necessary translations
  3. Book marriage service
  4. Plan travel around notice period
  5. Arrange witnesses (or book our witness service)

Witness Requirements:

  • Two witnesses needed
  • Must be 18 or over
  • Can be provided by our office ($130)
  • Can be any nationality
  • Must understand English

Costs

Standard Fees:

  • Simple Marriage Service: $700 (inc GST)
  • Witness Service if needed: $130 (inc GST)
  • Official Marriage Certificate: $70 (inc GST)
  • Additional travel fees may apply
  • Interpreter fees if required

After the Marriage

You’ll receive:

  • Ceremonial marriage certificate on the day
  • Option to order official certificate
  • Legal marriage recognition worldwide
  • Documentation suitable for overseas authorities

Special Services Available

  • Interpreter services (by arrangement)
  • Witness provision
  • Document translation guidance
  • Flexible timing
  • Various location options

Common Questions

Q: Can we arrange everything from overseas?

A: Yes, most arrangements can be made remotely.

Q: Do we need to be in Australia for the one-month notice period?

A: No, only for the ceremony itself.

Q: Can we use our marriage certificate overseas?

A: Yes, Australian marriage certificates are internationally recognised.

Need Help?

We can assist with:

  • Remote planning
  • Documentation requirements
  • Translation services
  • Timing coordination
  • General guidance

Important Tips

  • Start planning early
  • Ensure documents are translated
  • Check visa requirements separately
  • Consider timing carefully
  • Keep all original documents
  • Make travel arrangements accordingly

Information current as of January 2024. Requirements may vary based on individual circumstances and country of origin.

Useful Contacts

  • Department of Home Affairs (for visa queries)
  • NAATI (for translations)
  • Your country’s embassy in Australia
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We’re here to help make your Tasmanian marriage simple and stress-free, regardless of where you’re from.