Yes, you can get married after divorce.
The Main Rule
Your divorce must be final before the marriage can happen.
You can often start the paperwork before that, but the marriage itself cannot be solemnised until the earlier marriage has legally ended.
Can You Lodge the NOIM While Waiting?
Usually, yes.
Many couples lodge the NOIM while a divorce is still in progress, then choose a marriage date that is after the divorce becomes final.
What You Will Need
You will usually need:
- the divorce order if divorced in Australia
- the overseas divorce document if divorced overseas
- an official translation if the document is not in English
If the Divorce Was Overseas
Overseas divorce documents can be more complicated. If you are not sure whether the document is enough, ask early so you do not lose time later.
The Practical Advice
If you are divorced or close to finalising a divorce:
- start the NOIM early
- gather the divorce paperwork early
- do not assume a booking date is locked in before the documents are checked
Once your divorce documents are sorted, every package works the same way: the $700 paperwork-only marriage, the $1,400 elopement package, or the $1,600 wedding ceremony package.