Married in 15 minutes. Zero fuss. Still a little bit magic.
Paperwork & Prose — from $585 weekday.
What's a legals-only wedding?
It's the ceremony stripped back to what the law requires — and nothing you don't want. Perfect for couples who want the legal bit done, then a long lunch, a beach swim, or a bigger party later.
In Australia, the ceremony itself is the legal act. There's no form you can lodge instead — an authorised celebrant has to marry you.
In Australia, the ceremony itself is the legal act. There's no form you can lodge instead — an authorised celebrant has to marry you.
What's included
• Lodging your Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) and checking your ID
• The legal Monitum and statutory vows
• Ring exchange (and personal vows, if you'd like them)
• Signing of your 3 marriage certificates with 2 witnesses
• Registration with Queensland BDM within 14 days
• Around 15 minutes, start to finish
Want your official BDM certificate ordered for you? I'll add it for $60 — one less job.
• The legal Monitum and statutory vows
• Ring exchange (and personal vows, if you'd like them)
• Signing of your 3 marriage certificates with 2 witnesses
• Registration with Queensland BDM within 14 days
• Around 15 minutes, start to finish
Want your official BDM certificate ordered for you? I'll add it for $60 — one less job.
Where?
Botanic Gardens. Burleigh Lookout. The beach at golden hour. Your backyard. A restaurant table. Gold Coast, Brisbane, Logan and everywhere in between.
What you need to know
• 1 month minimum: your NOIM must be lodged at least 1 month (and up to 18 months) before your date.
• 2 witnesses over 18.
• ID: passport, or birth certificate + photo ID. Previously married? Divorce or death certificate.
• Overseas couples & Partner Visa applicants: I can issue an official Evidence of Notice letter.
• 2 witnesses over 18.
• ID: passport, or birth certificate + photo ID. Previously married? Divorce or death certificate.
• Overseas couples & Partner Visa applicants: I can issue an official Evidence of Notice letter.
Want a little more?
Upgrade anytime to a Short Personalised Ceremony ($800), a Sweetheart Elopement ($750, up to 10 guests) or a full Classic Storybook ceremony. 日本語・英語のバイリンガル対応も可能です。
FAQ
How much is a legals-only wedding on the Gold Coast?
From $585 with NF Celebrancy (2026 price — lock it in now before 2027 rates).
Can we have guests?
Yes — standard is just your 2 witnesses, if you wish to bring a little bit more people let me know.
Is it a "real" wedding?
100%. Same legal status as any wedding in Australia.
Can it be in Japanese?
Yes. I'm a bilingual English/Japanese celebrant.
From $585 with NF Celebrancy (2026 price — lock it in now before 2027 rates).
Can we have guests?
Yes — standard is just your 2 witnesses, if you wish to bring a little bit more people let me know.
Is it a "real" wedding?
100%. Same legal status as any wedding in Australia.
Can it be in Japanese?
Yes. I'm a bilingual English/Japanese celebrant.
Ready to make it legal? Message me with your date and location and I'll confirm within 24 hours.
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