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Private company, not a government agency. Paperwork-only legal marriages are conducted by Josh Withers, an authorised civil marriage celebrant, not a courthouse or BDM Registry office. Book directly when ready.

Pricing for a paperwork-only legal marriage

A clear private company service conducted by Josh Withers for couples who want a short legal marriage appointment in Melbourne without booking a full wedding ceremony, courthouse, or BDM Registry package.

Paperwork-Only Marriage

Short legal marriage appointment

$700
one-time fee

For couples who want the required legal words, signatures, witnesses, and marriage registration handled without a guest-focused ceremony.

  • Booking form and payment to get started; no enquiry required
  • Help with the marriage paperwork and next steps
  • Authorised civil marriage celebrant Josh Withers
  • Approx. 5-minute legal marriage appointment
  • Form 15 certificate on the day
  • Marriage registration lodged after the marriage

Optional extras

Extra help if you need it. These are not required for most couples.

Witness service

Professional witnesses available if you need one or both witnesses supplied.

After-hours appointments

Available before 9am or after 5pm for an additional fee.

Travel outside the CBD

Available by quote if you want us to meet somewhere else.

Interpreter support

NAATI interpreter arrangements are available where needed.

Official certificate help

We can explain how to order the official Victorian marriage certificate after registration.

NOIM help

Start with NOIM Easy, then use our witnessing and paperwork help if you need it.

Need something different?

We focus on the paperwork-only marriage

If you want an elopement package with photography, a bouquet, and a more personal experience, book The Elopement Collective. If you want a full wedding ceremony guests can witness and enjoy, book Melbourne celebrant Josh Withers.

Pricing FAQs

The practical questions couples usually ask before they book.

What is the first step?

Use the booking button, fill out the booking form, and pay the fee.

Does paying the fee lock in a date straight away?

No. Your date, time, and place are confirmed once we receive the NOIM and supporting paperwork, and once we know what availability we have after the notice period.

Do we still need to do the NOIM?

Yes. Every couple must lodge a Notice of Intended Marriage at least one month before the marriage unless a shortening of time is approved.

Do we need to bring witnesses?

Yes. You need two witnesses aged 18 or over, or you can ask about our witness service.

Is this a wedding package?

No. This price is for a simple legal marriage service only. It is not a full wedding or elopement package.

Ready to book?

Start with the booking form. You do not need to enquire first; Josh will guide the paperwork from there.