Marriage in Hokoria is a legally recognised union between two people. It must meet specific conditions and be formally carried out and registered to have legal effect.
Who can marry
You can marry if all of the following apply:
- you are at least 18 years old
- you are not already married
- you are not closely related within prohibited family relationships
- both parties freely consent to the marriage
Consent must be genuine and not obtained through force, pressure or deception.
Marriage is open to any two people without distinction based on sex, gender identity, sexuality, religion or belief.
Conditions of marriage
A valid marriage must be:
- monogamous, meaning only between two people
- based on equality between the parties
A marriage that does not meet these conditions may be void, meaning it is treated as if it never legally existed.
How a marriage is conducted
A marriage must be formally carried out, known as solemnisation.
This must be done by:
- a Registrar, or
- an authorised Celebrant
The ceremony must clearly show that both people consent to the marriage.
Registration of marriage
A marriage must be entered into the official Register to have legal effect.
The registration will include:
- the identity of both parties
- the date of the marriage
- the identity of the Registrar or Celebrant
A marriage has no legal effect until it is registered.
What you need to do
To get married:
- ensure you meet all legal conditions
- arrange for a Registrar or authorised Celebrant
- take part in a ceremony that shows clear consent
- ensure the marriage is registered
Service
Related processes
If your marriage took place outside Hokoria, see ‘Registering a foreign marriage in Hokoria’.
Additional information
- The Register of marriages is maintained by the Government
- Only registered marriages have legal effect