Commemorative Marriage Certificates

Learn about commemorative marriage certificates, the latest designs, what's included and how to order.

A cropped image of the commemorative marriage certificate design featuring the Royal Botanic Gardens, by Bruno Mota.
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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.
A commemorative marriage certificate design by Bruno Mota featuring an illustration of the view of Sydney Harbour from the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Latest design

Celebrate your union with this unique and vibrant landscape, by Sydney based Brazilian artist Bruno Mota.

This new commemorative certificate is more than just a keepsake; it’s a vibrant celebration of Sydney’s beauty through the eyes of an artist who finds joy and inspiration in every landscape he encounters.

It captures the city at its best — sun soaked, colourful and energetic.

And makes the perfect backdrop for celebrating your own unique love and commitment.

Choosing a design

Scroll through our range of designs and click on each to view a larger version.

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 applicationUp to 4 weeksUp to 4 weeks
Submitted by postUp to 6 weeksUp to 6 weeks
In person at Service NSWUp to 5 weeksUp to 5 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.  

Order a commemorative marriage certificate

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