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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - GETTING MARRIED IN CHINA
Can I get married at the Consulate?
No.
What do I need to get married in China ?
The first step to take when you decide you want to get married in China is to contact the local Marriage Bureau for their requirements.
Note: Requirements vary between the different provincial Marriage Bureaux within China.
Can I get a Single Status Certificate from the Consulate?
No. The certificate can be obtained by mail from the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages in the state in which you were resident in Australia.
I have already obtained the Australian Certificate of Single Status. However, the local Marriage Bureau does not recognise it. What should I do?
You will need to confirm with the local Marriage Bureau exactly what they require.
• If they require your Australian Certificate of Single Status to be authenticated (also called legalisation) by an Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Australia, you will need to arrange for this certificate to be authenticated first by an office of the Australian Department of Foreign Affiars and Trade. The document can then be authenticated by a Chinese Embassy or Consulate. Please contact the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Australia directly for further information on their requirements.
• If the Marriage Bureau requires for the certificate to be authenticated by the Australian Consulate, you can present this certificate to us for authentication. You will also need to bring your passport and pay a fee.
Please note: The Consulate does not provide translation services.
• If the Marriage Bureau's requirement is for the Australian Consulate to issue you with another certificate to confirm your current marital status, you may need to apply for a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage (CNI).
How do I apply for a visa to take my partner to Australia ?
All enquiries about taking your partner back to Australia should be directed to the Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA).