A replacement authorised celebrant may be able to take over, including receiving your existing NOIM. Contact your celebrant or their nominated backup as soon as you know there is a problem.

The replacement must have the notice and satisfy all the legal requirements before marrying you, including meeting separately and in person with each partner. A replacement is not guaranteed simply because someone belongs to a professional association.

Ask about contingency arrangements when you book: who will contact you, how documents will be transferred, what happens to fees and how your ceremony script can be shared. AMC’s celebrant network can help you identify people to contact if you need another option.