What is a commemorative marriage certificate
Commemorative certificates are an elegant keepsake available in a variety of designs. They display the basic details of your marriage but are not official proof of identity or marriage documents.
A commemorative marriage certificate is different to the ceremonial certificate given to you on the day of your wedding and the official marriage certificate issued by the Registry.
For official purposes, you'll need an official marriage certificate.
Who is eligible to order a commemorative marriage certificate
You can order a NSW commemorative marriage certificate if:
- the marriage took place in NSW
- you are one of the people named in the marriage.
Latest design
Capture the joy and warmth of your union with our new certificate designs.
Hand painted by Chinese-Australian children’s author and illustrator Freda Chiu, the colourful designs make for a timeless keepsake to celebrate your bond.
The first, Pyrmont Bay, evokes the charm and vibrancy of the harbourside spot, featuring a picnicking couple, the Sydney ferry and a pair of dolphins and cockatoos embracing.
Chiu’s Love is Universal is a celebration of love through symbols of a dragon, phoenix, white horse and rings, signifying strength, wealth, longevity and eternity.
Choosing a design
About ordering a commemorative marriage certificate
What's included
Our commemorative marriage certificates are:
- suitable for framing at 279mm x 355mm (that's a bit bigger than A4 paper)
- printed on archival paper and wrapped in acid-free tissue paper
- sent to you in protective cardboard packaging.
Choose from a single or bundle deal:
- A single commemorative marriage certificate.
- A bundle that includes an official standard marriage certificate and a commemorative certificate.
Fees and processing times
- There is no priority or collect service available for a commemorative certificate or a bundle.
- Commemorative marriage certificates have different processing times to an official marriage certificate. They will arrive by post separately, even when ordered together.
| Commemorative marriage certificate | Standard service - $44 | Standard service bundle (commemorative + official certificate) - $97 |
|---|---|---|
| Online application | Up to 6 weeks | Up to 6 weeks |
| Submitted by post | Up to 7 weeks | Up to 7 weeks |
| In person at Service NSW | Up to 6 weeks | Up to 6 weeks |
Cost includes $11 postage and handling. Add $9 for international postage.
Place an order
The fastest way to order is using our online form. Gather your proof of identity documents and select the commemorative design of your choice.