What is the difference between a ”Marriage Application” and “Solemnisation”?
A 'Marriage Application' is submitted by a couple to the Registry of Marriages (ROM) to give notice of their intended marriage.
A 'Solemnisation' is the performance of a marriage ceremony by a Licensed Solemniser in the presence of two credible witnesses. The solemnisation can only take place after ROM has issued a marriage licence for the intended marriage.
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Is there any difference in marriage application fees if we hold our solemnisation ceremony at an external venue instead of the Registry of Marriages (ROM)?
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