ID Requirements for Marriage in Adelaide
Before getting married, your celebrant needs enough evidence to be satisfied about your identity, date and place of birth, and any previous marriages or name changes.
Documents Usually Used
Most couples provide one of these as proof of date and place of birth:
- a birth certificate
- a current passport
You will usually also need photo ID.
If You Were Previously Married
You may also need:
- a divorce order, or
- the death certificate of a former spouse
If Your Name Has Changed
If your current legal name differs from your birth record, you may need:
- a change of name certificate
- a previous marriage certificate
- other legal name-change evidence
Non-English Documents
If a document is not in English, see translation requirements.
Adelaide Practical Tip
Gather your documents early, especially if there has been a divorce, overseas paperwork, or a formal name change. Those are the situations most likely to cause last-minute delays.
For the wider legal picture, also read: