Marriage Certificate Queensland | Mackay Registry Wedding Certificates

After your paperwork-only registry wedding in Mackay or Central Queensland, you’ll need to apply for your official marriage certificate through Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

Types of Marriage Certificates Available in Queensland

Standard Marriage Certificate

  • Official, certified copy of your registry wedding registration
  • Includes full registration details from your paperwork-only ceremony
  • Suitable for all legal and identity purposes
  • Can be used as evidence for surname changes after your registry wedding
  • Required for most official purposes following your legals-only ceremony

Extract of Marriage

  • Contains only names, date and place of your registry wedding
  • Limited information from your paperwork-only ceremony
  • Not suitable for most identity purposes
  • Cheaper option but with restricted use

Certificate of No Record

  • Confirms no marriage record in Queensland during specified period
  • Sometimes called a single status certificate
  • Required for some overseas marriages or visa applications
  • May need Department of Foreign Affairs Apostille stamp
  • Only issued to the person named on certificate

Who Can Apply?

You can apply if you are:

  • One of the married parties
  • A child of the married couple
  • An executor of their estate (must provide evidence)
  • Administrator or trustee (must provide evidence)
  • Someone with written authority or power of attorney (must provide evidence)

Note: Queensland marriage records over 75 years old are publicly accessible through the state archives.

How to Apply

In Person

  • Visit the Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages in Brisbane
  • Bring required identification documents
  • Pay applicable fees in person
  • Suitable for urgent applications from Central Queensland residents

By Post

  1. Download and print the marriage certificate application form from the Queensland BDM website
  2. Complete all sections accurately with your registry wedding details
  3. Include required identification copies and payment
  4. Mail to Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
  5. Allow extra time for postal delivery to/from Central Queensland

Processing Times for Queensland Registry Wedding Certificates

Standard Service

  • Approximately 10-15 business days for registry wedding certificates
  • May take longer during peak wedding seasons
  • Suitable for most post-ceremony requirements

Priority Service

  • Express processing available (additional fees apply)
  • Faster delivery for urgent requirements after your paperwork-only ceremony
  • Applications received after 4:30pm (AEST) processed next business day
  • Ideal for time-sensitive legal or travel requirements

Certificate Collection Locations

Marriage certificates can be collected at:

  • Brisbane (Queensland Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages office)
  • Some Australia Post outlets (check availability)

For Mackay, Bucasia, Walkerston, Whitsundays, Sarina, Proserpine, and Moranbah residents, certificates will be sent by registered post.

Delivery Options for Central Queensland Residents

  • All registry wedding certificates sent via registered post to Central Queensland
  • Express post available at additional cost for faster delivery to Mackay region
  • Collection available at the Brisbane Queensland BDM office
  • Secure delivery ensures your official marriage documents arrive safely
  • Track your certificate delivery online for peace of mind