Simple, Meaningful, Stress‑Free Marriages..

Our Registry-Style marriages are short, personalised ceremonies that are perfect for couples who love the idea of an intimate celebration with a small number of guests. It’s like a registry marriage, but warmer, more personal, and far more convenient than travelling to the NSW Registry.

Whereas a Marriage Registration involves a celebrant, the couple, and two witnesses meeting to say the legally required words (commonly known as the “monitum” and “legal vows”) and signing the marriage certificates. While you may have guests present, it’s important to understand that a Marriage Registration is not a ceremony—it involves only the legal aspects of registering a marriage.

No, you do not need to be an Australian citizen or permanent resident to marry in Australia. However, you may wish to check with the authorities in your home country to ensure your Australian marriage will be recognised as valid.

For a marriage to be registered in Australia, the couple, two witnesses, and a celebrant must meet in person, say the minimum legal words (the monitum and vows), and sign the marriage certificates.

The celebrant then submits the completed documents to the relevant state or territory authority. Once registered, a marriage certificate can be issued, which serves as proof for legal purposes such as changing names or applying for visas.

Traditionally, couples seeking an affordable, stress-free option have had their marriage performed by a Marriage Officer at the Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages. These ceremonies are restricted to specific days and locations and are usually brief and impersonal.

Officially Yours Registry-Style Marriages and Marriage Registrations hold the same legal status as registry marriages, with the added convenience of choosing a day and location that suits you.

If you choose to cancel your ceremony, we will accommodate your request and process a refund where applicable. Our refund policy will be shared with you as part of the booking process.

Any fees for services that have already been provided are non-refundable.

Authorised witnesses are listed above the signature fields on page 4 of the Notice of Intended Marriage.

If signing in Australia, authorised witnesses include a celebrant, JP, barrister, solicitor, medical practitioner, or a member of the Australian Federal Police or State/Territory Police.

If signing outside Australia, authorised witnesses include an Australian Consular Official, Australian Diplomatic Officer, notary public, or certain Commonwealth employees.