Who Can Get Married in Queensland?
A plain-English guide to who can legally get married in Queensland.
To get married in Queensland, you generally must:
- be free to marry
- be at least 18, unless a rare under-18 approval applies
- understand the nature of marriage
- consent freely
- give a NOIM at least one calendar month before the marriage
- have two adult witnesses present
Citizenship and residency
You do not need to be:
- an Australian citizen
- a permanent resident
- a Queensland resident
You can still marry in Queensland if you are visiting Australia or living overseas, as long as you meet the legal requirements.
Who cannot marry
Marriage is not permitted if:
- either person is already married
- the people are prohibited relatives
- either person cannot give real consent
- the legal requirements are not met
Same-sex marriage
Marriage is legal for all couples in Australia. The legal requirements are the same regardless of gender or sexuality.
Best next steps
Ready to get married?
Start with the booking form
Fill out the booking form and pay the fee, then prepare your Notice of Intended Marriage with NOIM Easy. Once we receive your paperwork and check availability, we confirm the date, time, and place for your short legal marriage.