Couples are required to submit their marriage application at least 21 days before their solemnisation date. Once the application has been submitted, it is valid for a period of 6 months from the date of application.  For example, if a couple intends to get married on 1 April 2024, they can submit their marriage application as early as 1 October 2023 but no later than 10 March 2024 in order to meet the minimum notice period of 21 days. 

If the couple does not proceed with the solemnisation, the application will automatically expire after 6 months from the date of application. 

You may use the application date calculator to check when you should submit the marriage application for your desired solemnisation date.