How to Get Your Marriage Certificate in South Australia
After your marriage in South Australia, the official certificate comes from Consumer and Business Services after the marriage has been registered.
The two certificates people mix up
Ceremonial certificate
This is the certificate you usually receive on the day.
It is a nice record of the day, but it is not usually the certificate government agencies want for formal changes.
Official marriage certificate
This is the certificate issued by Consumer and Business Services after the marriage is registered.
This is the certificate usually used for:
- passport changes
- licence changes
- banking
- visa paperwork
- formal name updates
What happens after the marriage
- We solemnise the marriage and everyone signs the certificates.
- We lodge the registration paperwork in South Australia.
- Once the marriage is registered, the official certificate can be ordered.
South Australian celebrants are required to register marriages within 14 days of the ceremony.
Where to order it
Order the official certificate from Consumer and Business Services. Use official government channels rather than third-party sites.
Why this matters
If you plan to change your name, use the certificate overseas, or update official records, this is the certificate you need.
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