What is a "Notice of Intended
Marriage"?
Before you marry, the law requires that you sign and lodge with me a
notice of Intended Marriage. This form must be submitted to me a minimum
of one calendar month and one day prior to the wedding. You can summit
your Notice in person, via fax or mail, but you must bring the original
Notice with you when you meet me. The NIM form will remain active for
18 months calendar months from the date of submission. See Useful
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How old do you need to be to get
married?
You must be over 18 years of age to marry in Australia. If you are Australian
born you must show your birth certificate in English, Or an Extract.
If born outside Australia you are require to show your birth certificate
or passport from your country of birth.
What if I have been married before?
If either of you have previously been married you will have to produce
your Divorce Decree Absolute papers (also know as Divorce Certificate)
and /or if either of your spouses are deceased, you must produce the
Death certificate.
Who can act as a witness for the
wedding?
On the day of your marriage you must have two witnesses over the age
of 18 years.
