Preparing the correct documents for the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) is a crucial part of the marriage process in Australia. Here is a checklist of everything you need to bring.

Personal identification

  • Passport (preferred) — the simplest single document for verifying identity and date of birth.
  • Birth certificate — an acceptable alternative if you do not have a passport.
  • Photo ID (e.g. driver’s licence) — required alongside a birth certificate.

For previously married individuals

  • Divorce certificate — demonstrating the legal dissolution of your previous marriage.
  • Death certificate — if your previous spouse has passed away.

Additional documentation (where applicable)

  • Change of name certificate — if you have legally changed your name.
  • Parental consent with court order — for individuals aged 16–18.
  • Interpreter services — if either party does not have full comprehension of English.

Information required on the NOIM form

  • Both parties’ full legal names
  • Accurate dates and places of birth
  • Parents’ full names, including maiden names
  • Parents’ countries of birth