Legal Only Marriage Ceremonies with Abundance of Love
Soulful Legal Only Wedding Ceremony
A legal‑only ceremony is a simple yet deeply meaningful moment. It is a quiet exchange shared between two people, with two witnesses and the Celebrant present, where you can become legally married without the formality of a traditional wedding.
This moment can unfold in the comfort of your own home or in a place that holds special meaning for you both — somewhere peaceful, familiar, or sacred to your story.
I am here to guide you through this moment with ease and care, creating a calm, supportive space where your legal vows feel genuine, heartfelt, and beautifully true to the two of you.
Weddings Where you Want
Based on the Bellarine Peninsula, and servicing Geelong, the Surf Coast and the Otways, I hold space for couples who value clarity, presence, and meaning. These ceremonies are focused solely on the legal act of marriage, while still honouring the significance of the commitment you are making.
The Package
Legal‑Only Marriage Package — $400 AUD
A legal‑only marriage ceremony includes only what is required under Australian marriage law.
What is included:
- Completion and lodgement of all required legal paperwork
- One pre‑marriage meeting (online or in person within the service area)
- A brief, legally compliant marriage ceremony
- Attendance by you, your partner, two witnesses, and me only
- A printed commemorative marriage certificate presented on the day
- Notification once your marriage has been officially registered
These ceremonies are private and minimal.
There are no guests, no personalised ceremony elements, and no rehearsals — just a clear, lawful and grounded moment where you are declared married.
Legal Only Marriage Ceremonies with Abundance of Love
How it Works
First Meeting
We’ll meet either online or in person to complete the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) and go through the legal requirements for marriage in Australia.
This meeting is practical and straightforward, with space to ask questions and ensure everything is clear. Once the NOIM has been filled out, I can legally marry you one month later or more.
The Ceremony
On the day, I’ll arrive early to complete the Declaration of No Legal Impediment to Marriage with you and your witnesses.
I will then conduct a short ceremony using the legally required wording, delivered with calm presence and care.
You will leave legally married.
Registration
I will lodge all documentation with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages and notify you once your marriage has been officially registered.
Extras
Official Marriage Certificate
Official Marriage Certificate
Official Marriage Certificate
Official registered marriage certificate
Ordered on your behalf and mailed directly to your home from Births, Deaths and Marriages
Within Australia — $100
Outside Australia — $140
(This is the government-issued certificate often required for name changes, passports or visa purposes.)
Travel & Destination Meetings
Official Marriage Certificate
Official Marriage Certificate
Travel & Destination Meetings
I am always happy to travel to meet you or celebrate your day across the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula and beyond. For journeys outside my local area, a modest travel fee applies to cover the road trip:
50–100 km round trip – $50
100–150 km round trip – $75
Longer distances – Custom quotation available request