Statutory appointment
An administrative appointment to legalise your marriage or civil partnership. This appointment is for couples who wish to complete the legal requirements only, without a ceremony. It takes place in a working registration office, and availability is limited. You must attend with two guests only, who will act as your legal witnesses. Please contact us to discuss specific availability.
Fees for a statutory marriage appointment
Held in a working office without a ceremony: Monday to Wednesday £56.00
Certificate (legal status)
| Issued within 15 working days of the marriage or civil partnership | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage or Civil Partnership Certificate | £12.50 |
| Express priority service | |
| Issued on or before the next working day (Monday to Friday) | £38.50 |
Would you like to book your statutory marriage appointment? Do you have any questions? If so, please contact our dedicated booking team on 0300 1234 181 (option 3). The fee is taken at the time of booking. It is refundable if the event is cancelled.
Alternatively
If you are looking for a ceremony or wish to include more than two guests, our simple ceremony or classic ceremony may be more suitable.
Did you know we specialise in legal and bespoke, Celebrant Registrar-led ceremonies? Our distinctive ceremony – held at a licensed venue, includes a personalised ceremony. It also covers the legal requirements.
Our distinctive ceremony – at a registration office provides the same legal and bespoke service. It is led by a Celebrant Registrar in one of our ceremony rooms.