A NOIM is Notice of Intended Marriage. It is the legal document you MUST complete before marrying in Australia.

FAQ about the NOIM:

  • You must have it filled in and witnessed at least one (1) month and up to 18 months before your ceremony .
  • You are required to have the following documents to be seen by your celebrant:
    • – Proof of birth and location -> Birth certificate or passport (now is a good time to find that birth certificate or order a new one online!
    • – Proof of Identity -> Usually a driver’s licence
    • – Proof that previous marriage has ended ->divorce/death certificate
  • Proof of birth and location -> Birth certificate or passport (now is a good time to find that birth certificate or order a new one online!
  • Proof of Identity -> Usually a driver’s licence
  • Proof that previous marriage has ended ->divorce/death certificate

Who can witness your signatures?

  • Authorised celebrant
  • Justice of the Peace
  • Barrister or solicitor
  • Legally qualified medical practitioner
  • A member of the Australian Federal Police or police force of State/Territory

You need to fill in your NOIM for AngieJCelebrant?

  1. Click the link below to download
  2. Read pages 1 and 2- it has the important “stuff” there
  3. Fill in page 3 only- you can only sign page 4 in front of a witness (see above who can witness)
  4. Make sure you use BLOCK letters!

Notice of Intended Marriage Form

WOW, that is a lot isn’t it? It is best to get through this legal part ASAP so we can start working on the fun part- your ceremony!! Need any help? Contact me and I will talk you through it 🙂

AngieJ