Paperwork only
Paperwork-Only Marriage
$780 AUD, inc GST
Couples who want to be legally married without a wedding.
Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM)
The Notice of Intended Marriage is the form that tells the celebrant you intend to get married.
Most couples call it the NOIM.
Book first, then do the NOIM
Our normal process is:
- choose your package: paperwork only ($780), elopement ($1,800), or wedding ceremony ($2,200)
- book online or confirm your date with us
- prepare the NOIM
- have it witnessed
- send it to us
Once we receive the paperwork, we can work on confirming a date, time and place.
The easiest way to prepare it
NOIM Easy walks you through the form step by step and creates a ready-to-print PDF.
It can also email a copy directly to your celebrant if you want.
When it needs to be given
Usually, the NOIM must be given to the celebrant at least one month before the marriage date and no more than 18 months before it.
The notice period starts when the completed NOIM is received by the celebrant. See one month’s notice for examples. See one month’s notice for examples.
Information you will need
The form asks for things like:
- your full legal names
- date and place of birth
- current addresses
- previous marriage details if relevant
- parent details
Supporting documents
See ID needed to get married for the detail. You will usually need:
- proof of date and place of birth
- photo ID
- name change documents if needed
- divorce or death documents if a previous marriage has ended
Who can witness the NOIM?
The NOIM must be witnessed by an authorised person.
That can include a celebrant, JP, lawyer, police officer, doctor, or another person allowed under the law.
If you are overseas, a notary public or an Australian diplomatic or consular officer may be able to witness it.
If you are not sure, ask us before you sign it.
Can it be witnessed remotely?
Yes. Since 12 June 2024, the law allows the NOIM to be witnessed remotely by audio-visual link as well as in person.
If you want to do that, check with us first so it is done properly.
Common things that cause delays
- using the wrong legal name
- missing divorce documents
- unclear copies
- untranslated documents
- signing before the right witness
Need help?
We are happy to help, but the easiest place to start is still:
Book your marriage
Get married in Byron Bay from $780
Every package includes an authorised celebrant, the NOIM check, the legal ceremony, and registration.
Elopement ceremony
Elopement Ceremony
$1,800 AUD, inc GST
Couples eloping to Byron Bay with a handful of guests or none at all.
Wedding ceremony
Wedding Ceremony
$2,200 AUD, inc GST
Couples having a proper wedding with guests who still want to keep costs sensible.
Not sure which one fits? Compare all three packages or ask us a question .
Start The Paperwork Properly
Book first, then use NOIM Easy to work through the Notice of Intended Marriage step by step and generate a ready-to-print PDF.