Changing Your Name After Marriage
You do not have to change your name after marriage.
If you want to take your spouse’s surname
Many organisations will ask for the official marriage certificate issued by Births, Deaths and Marriages Queensland.
If you want a different name arrangement
If you want something other than taking your spouse’s surname, you may need a formal change of name through the relevant registry office.
Start here
- order the official marriage certificate
- check the requirements of each organisation you need to update
Ready to get married?
Click the Get Married link to get started. You book and pay first, then prepare your NOIM, have it witnessed, and send it to us. Once we receive the paperwork, we confirm the date, time, and place based on availability. We are private celebrants, not a government registry. Need a full ceremony? Josh Withers. Need an elopement? Elopement Collective.