Can we include rituals like handfasting, sand ceremonies or unity candles?
Yes—you are absolutely welcome to include rituals, symbolic gestures, or cultural practices like handfasting, sand ceremonies, unity candles, or anything
Do we need to sign anything during the ceremony?
Yes—you’ll sign three documents during the ceremony, usually straight after you say your vows. This is part of making the
Is there a minimum or maximum number of guests required?
There’s no minimum or maximum guest limit under Australian marriage law—you can have a huge crowd, a handful of loved
Are there any rules about what we can wear during the ceremony?
No—there are no legal rules about what you must wear to your wedding in Australia. You can wear absolutely anything
Can we livestream our wedding or include virtual guests?
Yes—you’re welcome to livestream your wedding and include guests virtually, but for your marriage to be legally valid, you, your
Can we have a themed or non-traditional ceremony?
Yes—your ceremony can be as traditional or as creative as you like! Australian marriage law gives couples the freedom to
Can our celebrant help us with writing our vows and/or planning the ceremony?
Yes—helping you write your vows and shape your ceremony is one of the most valuable roles a celebrant can play.
Do we have to say “I do” to be legally married?
Nope—“I do” is totally optional. To be legally married in Australia, you don’t have to say “I do” at all.
Can we include children or pets in our ceremony?
Yes—your ceremony can absolutely include children, pets, or anyone else you love. As long as the legal components are correctly
What happens if we need to reschedule or cancel our wedding?
If you need to reschedule your wedding, it's usually no problem—your celebrant can update the date and time as long
