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Overseas visitors getting married in Australia
Getting married in Australia is simple. We have a great variety of wonderful locations in which to hold a meaningful and memorable celebration on your wedding day.
Many overseas guests arrange their weddings via email. I assist them with their paperwork and any other equiries they may have, such as accomodation, harbour cruises, trips to the vineyards, sport, recreation and venues.
If you would like to find out more about Newcastle as a potential wedding location click here.
Australia is a culturally diverse, racially tolerant society that welcomes and offers opportunity to those who to travel and settle here. From the vast landscape and the exotic flora and fauna to the cosmopolitan cities, Australia is a beautiful and varied place of contrasts, and a vital destination for business development and growth in the 21st Century.
Important Information if you are considering a wedding in Australia
Click Here to go to Australian Embassies, Consulates and Missions websites all around the world
If you require a translator or Interpreter within Australia then please visit NAATI website by Clicking Here
Q. Do you need to be an Australian Citizen to marry in Australia?
A. No. Anyone may marry in Australia providing you are both over the age of 18 and not legally married.Q. Do we need to be in Australia a certain time before we can marry?
A. No. You can marry the day that you arrive if you wish.Q. Will the marriage be recognised in my own country?
A. Yes. But you may like to confirm this with your own Government agency which records Marriages in your country.Q. Can I marry anywhere in Australia?
A. Yes. An Authorised Civil Marriage Celebrant is permitted to perform a wedding ceremony anywhere in Australia, that includes some of our beautiful remote islands, rainforests, aeroplanes, boats, hot air balloons etc. Please be aware though if the Celebrant has to travel interstate etc. the intended Bride & Groom must pay for the travel costs.Q. How much 'Notice' must be given to be married in Australia?
A. At least 1 month and 1 day. In exceptional circumstances the Registrar may approve a shortening of time for the 'Notice'.Q. Can we Re-Marry in Australia after being married in another country?
A. No. The only type of ceremony you would be able to have would be either a renewal ceremony or a ceremony of commitment.
Weddings in the beautiful surroundings of Australia's East Coast
New South Wales
New South Wales, located in southeastern Australia, contains spectacular natural wonders, such as the Blue Mountains and long coastlines of beautiful beaches and pristine national parks. All of these and more are only an hour or two drive from Sydney, the most populous, cosmopolitan city on the continent. New South Wales combines the best of Newcastle and Sydney's vibrant city life with a wide range of natural attractions, all in a warm, sunny climate for maximum enjoyment.
Sydney
Sydney is Australia's oldest and largest city with a population of 4 million. Situated on a spectacular harbor with some of the most beautiful waterways and parks, it is also the center of finance and commerce for the eastern states.
Surfing, swimming, tennis, sailing, rugby, cricket, basketball and golf are available all year round in the warm, Mediterranean climate. In addition to sports, Sydney provides a wide variety of cultural experiences, from its world-famous Opera House to theater and dance companies, art galleries and museums. The lifestyle is casual, and the city's multicultural population is known for its friendliness and hospitality. A ferry, bus, train and monorail system makes travel throughout the city and its suburbs convenient and inexpensive.
Great things to do when you are in Sydney and surrounds
- Enjoying a summer day at a Sydney beach such as Bondi, Manly or Coogee
- Bushwalking, canyon rafting and abseiling (rappelling) in the Blue Mountains
- Skiing or hiking the Snowy Mountains
- Sampling wine in the Hunter Valley
Newcastle
As Australia's sixth largest city, Newcastle offers all the benefits and amenities of a large city but with all the friendliness of a regional town.
Newcastle is only 160kms away from Sydney. You can get there by bus, train, plane or car.
Travel times to Newcastle (Hours)
| Capital City | Air | Road | Rail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 0.5 |
1.5 |
2.5 |
| Canberra | 1.0 |
5.0 |
6.0 |
| Brisbane | 1.6 |
10.5 |
11.5 |
| Melbourne | 2.1 |
12.5 |
13 |
Newcastle City has a population of around 137,000 with the Hunter Region home to over 500,000 people. With its sheltered harbour and profusion of natural resources, Newcastle has long been a preferred place for settlement. Located in the heart of New South Wales' prosperous Hunter region, it lays claim to an exceptional mix of agriculture, natural attractions and industry including:
- a booming port
- one of Australia's leading universities
- foremost medical research facilities
- music & arts centres
- the famous Hunter wine region
- abundant agriculture
- NSW's second largest tourist region
- coal and energy exports
- a myriad of beaches and coastal national parks
If you would like to find out more about Newcastle as a potential wedding location click here.