Can You Get Married Online in Darwin?
No. The legal marriage itself must happen in person, even though some preparation can happen remotely.
No. You cannot get legally married online in Darwin or anywhere else in Australia.
What can happen remotely
Some preparation can happen remotely, including:
- early questions
- paperwork review
- planning conversations
- NOIM witnessing by audio-visual link in some situations
What must happen in person
The marriage itself must happen with:
- both parties physically present
- the celebrant physically present
- two adult witnesses physically present
Current federal rules also require the celebrant to meet separately and in person with each party before the marriage.
So what is the simple answer?
You can do some of the setup remotely.
You cannot do the marriage itself remotely.
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