The Marriage Consent Form is a crucial legal document within the Australian marriage law framework, specifically regulated under the Marriage Act 1961 and associated regulations. This form is primarily used in two scenarios: when a minor between 16 and 18 years of age wishes to marry (requiring parental or guardian consent), or when a person with decision-making impairment requires authorized consent to marry. The form must be completed before the marriage can be legally performed and requires specific information about all parties involved, including the person giving consent, the person requiring consent, and the intended spouse. The document must be properly witnessed and may need to be accompanied by supporting documentation such as birth certificates, court orders, or medical reports. The Marriage Consent Form serves as a protective measure ensuring that marriages involving vulnerable individuals are appropriately authorized and documented according to Australian law.

1. Form Header and Reference Number: Official form title, form number, and reference to relevant legislation

2. Intended Marriage Details: Full names and details of the parties intending to marry

3. Consenting Party Information: Full legal name, contact details, and relationship to the person requiring consent

4. Person Requiring Consent Details: Full legal name, date of birth, and current address of the person requiring consent

5. Consent Declaration: Formal statement of consent with specific reference to the intended marriage

6. Witness Requirements: Space for witness details and signatures as required by law

7. Authorization Statement: Legal statement confirming the authority to provide consent

8. Signature Block: Designated spaces for signatures, dates, and names of all required parties