How To Get Married!
There are probably 101 questions running through your head right now. I know for a fact the top searches by a bride and groom-to-be are focused on how to get married, how to plan a wedding, and how much does it cost to get married.
There's no doubt it can all become a little overwhelming and super stressful. So, to help you understand the process of working with a marriage celebrant like myself, I have created a simple 10-step guide on how to get married:
STEP ONE
You're already here... Congrats! My website is the starting point where you can learn more about me, my celebrancy packages, and discover what best suits you.
STEP TWO
After you have checked out my website and have a basic idea of what package you’re interested in, it's time to get in contact and provide me with some information about your proposed date, time & location so I can confirm availability.
STEP THREE
After I receive your enquiry, I'll give you a buzz to chat about the ceremony and ask a few more questions about you and your partner. We'll also chat through your eligibility for marriage and I'll follow this up via email with my pricing guide.
STEP FOUR
It's hard to make a decision without meeting, so I'll tee up a video call to get to know each other a bit more. At this stage, I want to know about your story and what you envision for your big day.
STEP FIVE
We hit it off and you want to lock me in as your celebrant? Great news! Now it's time to meet for a coffee (my shout!), so we can sign the first important bit of legal paperwork known as the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM).
STEP SIX
In order to confirm and make your ceremony date and time exclusive, an invoice for the NOIM Lodgement & Booking Fee will be emailed to you.
STEP SEVEN
Now it's time for me to introduce you to my “Expert Ceremony Planning Guide” which is jam-packed with ceremony ideas so you can start building your dream wedding.
STEP EIGHT
Two to four months prior to your wedding, it's time to meet up again so we can plan your ceremony and delve into your love story a bit more. Then it's over to me so I can create a unique and customised ceremony script that is out of this world.
STEP NINE
Should you opt to include a rehearsal in your package, we'll organise a time and date prior to your wedding to meet at the venue and walk through your ceremony. This is also a great time to sign the second legal document known as the Declaration of No Legal Impediment.
STEP TEN
It’s your wedding day! Naturally, you'll wake up all relaxed because this 'Dylan Bond Celebrant Guy' has got it all covered. You'll both look ridiculously good, I conduct a ceremony that leaving you and your guests laughing, crying, and celebrating love, we sign some more paperwork and then you boogie the night away stress free because I have continued on as your MC. The best night of your life wraps up with a celebratory dance off and then while you are sleeping, I'll be formally registering your marriage.
