Celebrant Services Sydney » FAQ http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au Civil Celebrant Sydney Australia Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:07:27 +0000 en hourly 1 Who does the planning? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/who-does-the-planning/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=who-does-the-planning http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/who-does-the-planning/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:44:18 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/who-does-the-planning/ When couples are planning their wedding day, they often seek advice about ‘time lines’: how much time do we need after the ceremony and before the drinks are served and the party begins?

There is a simple formula to follow:

  • Work backwards
  • What time do you want the food to be served?
  • Leave approximately an hour between this time and the end of the ceremony,

So, for a 6.45 pm food service, you would plan a 5.00 pm ceremony.

Most civil ceremonies last about 15 minutes. The documents signing takes about 15 minutes. So, allocate about 30 – 45 minutes for the complete ceremony.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/who-does-the-planning/feed/ 0 What are the fees? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-are-the-fees/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-the-fees http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-are-the-fees/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:42:50 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/what-are-the-fees/ I do not charge a set fee because all couples and ceremonies are different. I will be happy to discuss the options available to you when we meet.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-are-the-fees/feed/ 0 How do I change my name? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/how-do-i-change-my-name/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-do-i-change-my-name http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/how-do-i-change-my-name/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:42:19 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/how-do-i-change-my-name/ If brides want to change their name on documents, for example drivers licences or passports you need proof of identity. Your legal marriage certificate can be used as proof of identity. Go to the Department of Births, Deaths & Marriages to find out more.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/how-do-i-change-my-name/feed/ 0 How are the legal documents lodged? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/how-are-the-legal-documents-lodged/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-are-the-legal-documents-lodged http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/how-are-the-legal-documents-lodged/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:39:44 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/how-are-the-legal-documents-lodged/ After the ceremony the marriage certificate is signed and witnessed. I return the original to the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages. You then apply to the registry for a copy of the certificate.You can apply for a standard certificate or choose from a range of Commemorative Certificates containing visual images. Visit the Department of Births, Deaths & Marriages website to find out more.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/how-are-the-legal-documents-lodged/feed/ 0 What if I’m on a student or visitor visa? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-if-im-on-a-student-or-visitor-visa/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-if-im-on-a-student-or-visitor-visa http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-if-im-on-a-student-or-visitor-visa/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:38:23 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/what-if-im-on-a-student-or-visitor-visa/ You are permitted to be married by law in Australia and I can give you advice and assistance. Please contact me to discuss the process.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-if-im-on-a-student-or-visitor-visa/feed/ 0 What if I’m living overseas? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-if-im-living-overseas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-if-im-living-overseas http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-if-im-living-overseas/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:36:25 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/what-if-im-living-overseas/ People living outside Australia can get married in Australia. Please contact me to discuss the process.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-if-im-living-overseas/feed/ 0 Will we need witnesses? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/will-we-need-witnesses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=will-we-need-witnesses http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/will-we-need-witnesses/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:34:50 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/will-we-need-witnesses/ Two people must witness your signature on the marriage certificate.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/will-we-need-witnesses/feed/ 0 What are the legal requirements? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-are-the-legal-requirements/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-the-legal-requirements http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-are-the-legal-requirements/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:34:03 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/what-are-the-legal-requirements/ In Australia, the couple getting married is required to lodge a Notice of Intention Application no less than 31 days before the ceremony. As your celebrant, I am required, by law, to sight your birth certificates; passports and divorce papers (decree nisi) – if appropriate or, in the case of death, the death certificate.

]]> http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-are-the-legal-requirements/feed/ 0 What does the celebrant do? http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-does-the-celebrant-do/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-does-the-celebrant-do http://www.celebrantservicessydney.com.au/2007/01/12/what-does-the-celebrant-do/#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:32:19 +0000 http://localhost/2007/01/12/what-does-the-celebrant-do/ After meeting with you and discussing your wishes, I take responsibility for the legal paperwork, assist you to prepare a ceremony of your choice and conduct the ceremony in accordance with the law and your instructions.

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