How to Get Your Marriage Certificate in Queensland

If you have been married in Townsville or anywhere else in Queensland, the official marriage certificate comes from the Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

The Two Certificates Couples Talk About

Ceremonial Certificate

• given by the celebrant on the day
• suitable as a keepsake
• not the official state certificate

Official Queensland Marriage Certificate

• issued by the Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
• used for name changes and legal proof of marriage
• ordered separately after the marriage is registered

How the Timeline Works

Queensland says:

• celebrants have 14 days to lodge the marriage
• registration can take up to 5 business days after lodgement

Once the marriage is registered, you can obtain the official certificate through the Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

Ways to Apply

The Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages allows applications:

• online
• by post
• in person through certain service points

What You Usually Need

You will normally need:

• the names of both parties
• the date of marriage
• the place of marriage
• identification
• payment of the certificate fee

Why Couples Usually Need It

The official certificate is commonly used for:

• changing your surname
• updating bank and super records
• passport applications
• visa applications
• other legal and administrative purposes

Need Help?

If your ceremony was with us and you are unsure when to order, ask through the contact page.