Yes—but it’s not the official one you’ll need for legal name change or identity updates.
On your wedding day, your celebrant will give you a commemorative certificate—the beautifully printed one you sign during the ceremony. While it’s a special keepsake, it’s not accepted as a legal identity document by government departments (e.g. for changing your name, passport, or driver licence).
To get the official marriage certificate, you’ll need to apply through the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (BDM) in the state or territory where your wedding took place.
How to get the official certificate:
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Your celebrant will lodge your marriage paperwork within 14 days of your ceremony.
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You (or your celebrant, depending on the state) must apply separately to the BDM for the official certificate.
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Fees, processing times, and application methods vary slightly by state.
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