How do I marry an Australian citizen?

How to marry in Australia

1. Have an authorised marriage celebrant conduct your marriage ceremony.
2. Register your marriage at the registering authority in the place where you were married.
3. Apply for a marriage certificate at the registering authority in the place where you were married.

Do you get Australian citizenship if you marry an Australian?

Can I obtain citizenship through marriage? There’s no special route to become an Australian citizen by marriage. Even if your partner is Australian, you’ll have to fulfil all the regular requirements to be eligible to apply, including the residence and good character rules.

Can you marry someone in Australia on a tourist visa?

Firstly, you definitely can get married in Australia on a tourist visa, whether you are visiting for either 3 months or 6 months. Also, there is no residency qualification required to marry in Australia. The only real requirement is that you are free to marry; and are both at least eighteen years of age.

What happens if you marry a foreigner in Australia?

If you were married overseas it will usually be recognised as valid in Australia if at the time you married: your marriage was recognised as valid under the law of the country in which you married, and. it would have been recognised as a valid marriage under Australian law if you had married in Australia.

How can I get married without a wedding in Australia?

A Paperwork Only Marriage is designed for couples who wish to be legally married, without ceremony. It is akin to a Registry Office Wedding, without having to take a number, travel to the CBD twice or get married in a soulless office cubicle. A Paperwork Only Marriage can be completed in one 20 minute meeting.

How can a foreigner get married in Australia?

Australia has no residency requirements for marriage. Foreigners can marry as soon as they arrive providing they are free to do so. Before getting married both partners have to sign a declaration stating that there is no legal impediment to the marriage.

Can I move to Australia with my partner?

Australian Partner visas. If you plan to marry, are married to, or are in a committed relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to obtain a partner-based visa for immigration to Australia. The Australian citizen/permanent resident will act as a sponsor for your visa.

Do you automatically become a citizen through marriage?

If you marry a U.S, citizen, you won’t be eligible for U.S. citizenship right away. But you might become eligible for a U.S. green card, which can lead to U.S. citizenship. If you marry a U.S, citizen, you won’t be eligible for U.S. citizenship right away.

How much is a fiance visa in Australia?

Temporarily while we process your permanent Partner visa (subclass 801) application or it is withdrawn. From AUD7,850 for most applicants. From AUD1,310 for Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300) holders. You pay for the temporary and the permanent visa at the same time.

How long does it take for a marriage visa to be approved?

Visa processing usually takes around 3-5 months. If you are a permanent resident, you must wait for a visa to become available for your spouse, based on their priority date. This can vary depending on the spouse’s home country, but the typical time is around 24 months.

Who can legally marry a couple in Australia?

A registered marriage celebrant can conduct legal marriages in Australia and ministers of religion are also able to legally marry people in Australia—this does not include conducting civil partnership declaration ceremonies. There are 4 types of marriage celebrant authorised to marry couples: civil marriage celebrant.

How do I get married in Australia if I live abroad?

Ask your authorised marriage celebrant if you need help with the form. You can complete it if you are overseas and plan to get married in Australia. If there is less than 1 month until your wedding, talk to your authorised marriage celebrant. You may be able to get married if a prescribed authority approves it.

How old do you have to be to marry in Australia?

For guidance about getting married you should ask us or contact an authorised marriage celebrant. To get married in Australia, you must: be at least 18 years old, unless a court has approved a marriage where 1 person is 16-18 years old

What documents do I need to get married in Australia?

If divorced, a Divorce Certificate for the previous marriage. If widowed, the deceased partner’s Death Certificate. If under 18 years of age, a copy of the judicial authorisation to marry. This must be issued by an Australian court of law. Supporting documents can be originals, or certified true copies.

Can I get married in Australia on a permanent partner visa?

This visa belong to the Subclass130, allows the person to enter Australia and to freely conduct his or her marriage in Australia and is allowed to remain in Australia for a period of 9 months. Once the marriage is solemnized, the person can then apply for the Permanent Partner Visa.