For more information about our weddings, see our classic ceremony and legal-only packages. The Registry is not open for public viewings.
To book, choose from our Classic or Legal-only ceremonies. All dates are subject to any changes in restrictions.
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
Classic ceremony package
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.
Guests
Restricted guest numbers apply to the Victorian Marriage Registry, in line with Victoria’s COVIDSafe Settings.
In the Margaret Craig Room, you can have a wedding with up to 20 people. This limit includes the couple and two witnesses. Our celebrant and one professional photographer are in addition to the cap of 20 people. Babies under 12 months are not included in the cap.
In the Thomas Hyde Room, you can have a wedding with up to 5 people. This limit includes the couple and two witnesses. Our celebrant and one professional photographer are in addition to the cap of 5 people. Babies under 12 months are not included in the cap.
These density limits will not be increased until public health advice changes. For more information, see the four, two and eight square metre rules on the coronavirus.vic.gov.au website (External link).
Legal-only package
Monday to Friday: $350
Saturday and Sunday: $450
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.
However, to meet social distancing requirements, legal-only weddings will be held at:
Old Treasury Building
20 Spring St
East Melbourne.
Guests
For our legal-only weddings, you can have a wedding with up to 4 people. This limit includes the couple and two witnesses. A celebrant is in addition to the cap. Photographers are not permitted. Babies under 12 months are not included in the cap.
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.
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:
| Includes | Doesn't include |
|---|---|
Celebrant
Ceremony of your choice
Ceremony location
Lodgement of Notice of Intended Marriage
Official marriage certificate sent by standard post
Commonwealth marriage certificate to take on the day |
Witnesses
Interpreters
Rings |