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There are certain legal requirements which any couple must follow in order to get married. It doesn't matter whether you plan to elope or have a big elaborate wedding, everyone must follow the rules.

Anyone getting married in New Zealand must:

• Be at least 16 years of age.


• Have the permission of both parents or guardian if aged under 20 years. (If parental consent is denied then an application can be made to the District Court.)


• Have a marriage licence. This is applied for at the Births, Deaths and Marriages (Department of Internal Affairs) in your local area. The department will need three clear working days to process your application. An application for a Saturday wedding must be filed no later than the Tuesday prior. A marriage licence will cost $120, unless you want to be married in the registry office in which case the fee will be $170, which includes the use of the registry for the ceremony. Your licence is valid for three months from the date of issue.


• Show proof that you are now free to marry again, if you have previously married. When you apply for the licence, the department must sight papers of dissolution.


• State where it is you intend to be married on our application for the licence. If you change your mind, this must be altered by the Registrar's Office.


• Have two witnesses to your wedding who are old enough to understand what they are doing.


• Be aware that marriage is forbidden by law between couples if certain blood or marriage relationships exist.

Provided the law is satisfied, you may have your wedding wherever you like, within reason. For more information about fees and the nearest Registrar of Marriages, contact the Births, Deaths and Marriages department.