The documents you need for your divorce
The Court needs a few documents to grant a divorce in Australia. Here's what they are, why each matters, and what to do if you don't have one.
- Lost marriage certificateReplacement marriage certificate from the registry - charged at the registry's fee, no mark-up. We will tell you the amount before we order it. We order it from BDM Victoria or interstate (or prepare an affidavit if it can't be obtained).
- Marriage certificate translationNAATI-accredited translation plus the translator's affidavit for certificates that aren't in English.
- Proof of your connection to AustraliaPassport, citizenship certificate or visa — what the Court may ask for and when it matters.
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