My wife and I married several years ago in Gibraltar (UK) and wish to get married again in Australia so that her family can be involved.
I've been told that we can do this as the original marriage is only recognised in Australia if we present the marriage certificate and that this certificate is the only proof of the marriage. However, we've also been told that we cannot marry again in Australia as we're already married.
I have read a ton of articles about couples who travel the world getting married in as many countries as they can and it would seem that this is fine but only the marriage performed and registered in each specific country is valid in that country. I also don't believe everything I read - especially magazine articles!
Any clarification would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. I have contacted BM&D but got a different answer from NSW and VIC.
I've been told that we can do this as the original marriage is only recognised in Australia if we present the marriage certificate and that this certificate is the only proof of the marriage. However, we've also been told that we cannot marry again in Australia as we're already married.
I have read a ton of articles about couples who travel the world getting married in as many countries as they can and it would seem that this is fine but only the marriage performed and registered in each specific country is valid in that country. I also don't believe everything I read - especially magazine articles!
Any clarification would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. I have contacted BM&D but got a different answer from NSW and VIC.