Couples planning their wedding in Australia often ask about our services as a marriage celebrant. Here are the most common ones:

What is included in your fee?

Our fee for a professional marriage celebrant service includes all initial consultations, preparation and lodgement of legal paperwork, the creation of your personalised wedding ceremony script, and officiating your wedding ceremony on the day.

Can we personalise our ceremony?

Absolutely! Every wedding ceremony we create at Riwaaz Ceremonies is written specifically for you, reflecting your unique love story and preferences. As your marriage celebrant, I ensure it's truly yours.

Do you help with the legal process?

Yes, navigating the legal requirements for getting married in Australia can seem daunting, but I handle it all. As your authorised marriage celebrant, I prepare and lodge all required legal documents, making it stress-free for you.

For couples planning their wedding in Australia, understanding the legal requirements is crucial. As your marriage celebrant, I guide you through each step. The most important legal requirement couples should know:

Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM)

In Australia, you must submit a Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) at least one month before your wedding date. This is a legal requirement, and your authorised celebrant will prepare and lodge this form with you. It's valid for up to 18 months.

Key legal steps for your wedding in Australia:

• 1. Lodge the Notice of Intended Marriage: Must be completed and signed with your authorised celebrant at least one month before your wedding.
• 2. Provide identification: You will need to show valid ID, such as a passport or birth certificate, and photo ID (driver’s licence). Divorce or death certificates are also needed if previously married.
• 3. Two witnesses are required: On your wedding day, you must have two witnesses over 18 years old to sign the marriage documents.
• 4. Your celebrant handles the legal registration: After your ceremony, your celebrant will lodge your marriage with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages in Victoria, ensuring your marriage is legally registered. You can then apply for your official marriage certificate.

The good news about legal paperwork:

Your marriage celebrant from Riwaaz Ceremonies will guide you through every step and take care of all the legal paperwork, making the process simple and stress-free for you. You can focus on enjoying your wedding day in Ballarat or Melbourne, knowing everything is handled professionally and correctly.

No.

Australian law requires a marriage ceremony to take place, including certain legally required words. 

However, that ceremony can be extremely simple.

So while I can't just sign the paperwork, I can keep the ceremony short and fuss-free.

For couples planning their wedding in Ballarat, Melbourne, or regional Victoria, booking your marriage celebrant early is key. It’s best to book as soon as you have confirmed your wedding date and venue. Most couples book 9 to 18 months in advance, especially for popular dates.

Booking early ensures your date is secured and gives you plenty of time to complete the legal requirements and plan your ceremony without any pressure. At Riwaaz Ceremonies, I only take a limited number of weddings to give each couple my full attention, so early booking is highly recommended for your ideal wedding celebrant.

The first step is to get in touch with me, your dedicated marriage celebrant, to check availability for your wedding date. We will then arrange a relaxed, no-obligation chat where we:

• Get to know each other and discuss your vision.
• Talk about your wedding plans and ceremony ideas.
• Explain the legal process for marrying in Australia.
• Answer all your questions about our celebrant services.

After that, if you decide to proceed with Riwaaz Ceremonies, we complete the Notice of Intended Marriage, which officially secures your wedding date. Contact us today to start planning your perfect ceremony