Eligibility and fees

Eligibility criteria

To apply for a licence, the premises must:

• be a permanent immovable structure with at least one room, or a permanently moored boat or vessel
• be a respectable and appropriate venue for ceremonies
• have no current connections with any religion, religious practices, or persuasion
• meet fire precautions and health and safety regulations
• have a separate room for interviewing the couple before the ceremony
• be accessible for disabled people
• provide parking for the registrars

Permanent Ancillary/Outdoor Structures

These can include garden buildings, summer houses, gazebos, etc. The structure must:

• be permanent and immovable
• have a base made of brick, stone, or concrete
• have a waterproof roof
• have at least 3 sides that are at least 3 feet high to protect from the weather
• be at least 4 square meters in size

Download the Outdoor Structure Licence Conditions (PDF)

The licence holder must ensure there is always someone responsible for making sure the premises follows all licence conditions.