Restrictions are in place to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and save lives. Find out more about our services during COVID-19. For information about COVID-19, visit the DHHS website (External link).
From Thursday 6 August, weddings in Melbourne cannot occur. During stage 4 restrictions, the Victorian Marriage Registry:
- will not be holding wedding ceremonies
- is not open for public viewings.
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The Victorian Marriage Registry is the largest provider of wedding ceremonies in Victoria. We host weddings for couples living in or visiting Melbourne for their special day.
We deliver effortless, intimate and memorable ceremonies. Our celebrants are among Australia’s most experienced.
We offer two marriage options:
- Classic ceremony package
- Legal-only package.
Effortless – Intimate - Memorable
Our packages include:
- Choice of ceremony – your wedding, your way!
- Official marriage certificate (for bookings made on or after 3 January 2020)
- Celebrant
- Online booking from anywhere, any time
Learn more about what’s included in your fee.
Your ceremony
The Victorian Marriage Registry will not be holding wedding ceremonies during stage 4 restrictions.
We are not taking bookings during this time. If you have already booked, you may choose to reschedule or cancel your ceremony. We will contact you with more information.
We may need to make more changes in future, based on government advice. If so, we will contact you.
Thank you for your understanding.
Classic ceremony package (30 minutes)
Monday to Friday: $450
Saturday and Sunday: $550
Complete all the legal requirements with a ceremony in front of family and friends.
We have prepared a warm, meaningful and inclusive ceremony. You may also personalise your classic ceremony with your own vows, music and readings.
Includes:
- Celebrant
- Your choice of ceremony room at Old Treasury Building
- Classic ceremony script, with personalisation if you want
- Commonwealth marriage certificate to take on the day
- Official marriage certificate sent by standard post
- Booking administration
Documents you’ll need
For fastest confirmation of your wedding date, upload all your documents when you book.
The law requires you to provide your signed and witnessed Notice of Intended Marriage document at least one month before your ceremony.
You’ll need to upload:
- Signed and witnessed Notice of Intended Marriage (External link)
- Photo identification showing date of birth
- An identity document showing your place of birth
- If you’ve been married before, evidence that the marriage has ended.
Location
Classic ceremonies are conducted at:
Old Treasury Building
20 Spring St
East Melbourne VIC 3002.
The Old Treasury Building is one of Melbourne finest heritage-listed buildings. It dates from 1858-1862. It is in a great location on the edge of Melbourne’s central business district. It is next to popular photo spots like Treasury Gardens and Parliament House.
Margaret Craig and Thomas Hyde rooms are beautiful ceremony spaces. They feature high ceilings, artwork and flowers by Melbourne event specialist Flowers Vasette.
Learn more about the Margaret Craig and Thomas Hyde rooms.
Legal-only package (15 minutes)
First Tuesday of every month: $350
The legal-only package completes all the legal requirements for marriage. It is ideal for couples who don’t want the fuss of a conventional wedding ceremony.
Includes:
- Celebrant
- Official marriage certificate sent by standard post
- Commonwealth marriage certificate to take on the day
- Booking administration
Documents you’ll need
For fastest confirmation of your wedding date, upload all your documents when you book.
The law requires you to provide your signed and witnessed Notice of Intended Marriage document at least one month before your ceremony.
You’ll need to upload:
- Signed and witnessed Notice of Intended Marriage (External link)
- Photo identification showing date of birth
- An identity document showing your place of birth
- If you’ve been married before, evidence that the marriage has ended.
Location
Legal-only marriages are normally conducted in a private room at our customer service centre.
Guests
Only your two witnesses, including interpreter if required.
Witnesses
The law requires you to bring two witnesses. They need to witness your ceremony and sign the marriage certificate.
Witnesses:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Can be a friend or family member
- Don't need to be Australian Citizens
- Don't have to provide proof of identity documents.
The Registry doesn't provide witnesses.
Interpreters
All ceremonies are in English. If either of you doesn't speak or understand English, you'll need to provide an interpreter.
The interpreter:
- Can't be a family member
- Must be arranged before the ceremony.
If you're going to use an interpreter, notify us beforehand.
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We don't provide or organise interpreters. For help finding an interpreter, contact the Translating and Interpreter Service (TIS) (External link)
If you need an interpreter, your ceremony can't go ahead unless they are present. There is a fee to rebook a new date.
Fees
Find out more about Wedding ceremony fees or relationship ceremony fees.
What does your fee include?
Your ceremony fee includes:
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WitnessesReschedule fees
The normal $55 reschedule administration fee has been waived during stage 4 restrictions.
To reschedule:
- Login to "My Account"
- Choose "My Items"
- Choose "Reschedule your ceremony"
There may be an additional fee if the new date/time you choose has a higher fee than your original booking.