Every couple deserves the most incredible wedding, which also includes having a marriage celebrant who’s just as passionate about your big day. When looking for a marriage celebrant, one of your first questions might be, “How much does a marriage celebrant cost?”.
I’m here today to ease your concerns about your budget by breaking down everything you’ll need to know. Whether it’s the total cost or additional add-ons you could consider, let’s go through everything I offer as a marriage celebrant.
What’s Included in a Celebrant’s Package?
You’ll find a variety of typical inclusions in my marriage celebrant package. What’s included in your package will depend on which one you opt for, but these are the typical inclusions across the board.
Initial Consultation
Our process together will start with an initial consultation, which can be done in person or via a video call. This session includes planning my part in your wedding, as well as signing your Notice of Intention to Marry. Throughout this process, we may have a couple more meetings to make sure everything is perfect.
Drafting and Personalising The Ceremony Script
One of my favourite parts of my job is hearing couples’ stories. I just love to know everything about the two of you and how you fell in love. With this information, I can write a personalised ceremony script. Not only will the story be full of love, but it will also make everyone laugh.
Lodging Legal Documents
There’s a lot of legal stuff that goes into the behind-the-scenes of marriages. It can seem overwhelming, but I’m here to help you do all of that. In our process together, we will lodge and sign all the legal documents. I’ll also ensure that all of this is done in plenty of time before the ceremony, whilst also lodging your marriage certificate after the wedding.
Conducting The Ceremony
The big day is here! I’ll get there 30 minutes early on the day to make sure everything is up and running. In addition, I’ll give you some resources and guides beforehand to help the vows run smoothly.
Rehearsals
Depending on the package and what you want for your wedding, I can also offer my services at rehearsals. For more details on the celebrant packages I offer, check out La Vie Celebration’s packages.
How Much Does a Marriage Celebrant Cost?
The typical range of marriage celebrant prices in Perth, Australia, sits roughly between $350 to $2000. Many think that it should be ‘cheaper’ as they are only working for often under an hour, but there’s more to a marriage celebrant’s job than that. Of course, we do all the planning and legalities behind the scenes, but we also hold the big day together. We are kind of like the unofficial host of the ceremony.
The price range varies depending on several factors, including experience, location, and demand. An elopement package can be more expensive if you plan to elope overseas.
At La Vie Celebrations, I offer competitive pricing in relation to other marriage celebrants in the area. It’s important to me that I’m an affordable marriage celebrant in Perth. I’m also offering premium services that never fall short and make your day all that more memorable. The best part is that I have no hidden costs – the price you see is the price you pay.
Why Do Some Celebrants Charge More?
When hunting for quotes and researching marriage celebrants, you may notice that some celebrants charge more than others. There are several reasons why you may see higher prices with some celebrants.
One of the main reasons is that they have more experience, meaning they’ve done countless weddings and really know what they are doing. In turn, this experience means there is a higher demand for their services. Marriage celebrants may also offer additional services like custom ceremonies, MC services, and destination weddings that can add cost to a package.
There may also be extra inclusions, such as premium PA systems, more flexible hours, and added travel time. I want to reassure couples that finding a celebrant that is more within your budget doesn’t mean compromising on great quality.
Additional Celebrants Costs to Consider
Outside of my main marriage celebrant packages, there may be some additional costs depending on your needs for your big day. I’ll always be upfront about these potential extras, so there are no surprises in the final cost.
The factors that may potentially add additional costs include travelling beyond a certain distance, additional meetings, or booking during public holidays. You can check out my other ceremony packages that state some of my extra charges.
Conclusion
All in all, the cost of a marriage celebrant may vary depending on the package you choose, any extras, and, of course, the celebrant. With my years of experience, my aim is to always provide a personalised, memorable, and smooth-running time for couples.