Grayndler
Friday, 27th January 2012
Positive Reform For Same-sex Couples
These certificates, which were previously only available to heterosexual couples, confirm there is no impediment to a person taking part in a marriage ceremony overseas, and considers issues such as whether the person is over 18 or already married.
This change is further evidence of Labor's commitment to removing discrimination in Commonwealth legislation and policies.
The Gillard Government has a proud record on same-sex equality - since coming to office in 2007 we’ve amended over 80 Commonwealth laws to eliminate discrimination against same-sex couples and their children in a range of areas.
Overseas countries that permit same-sex marriage and require a Certificate of No Impediment include Norway, Portugal and Spain.
Couples seeking to marry overseas can find information about applying for a Certificate of No Impediment to marriage at www.smartraveller.gov.au.
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Electorate Office
334a Marrickville Rd
Marrickville NSW 2204
Phone: 02 9564 3588
Parliament House Office
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600
Phone: 02 6277 7700
Phone: (02) 9564 3588
Fax: (02) 9564 1734
Email: A.Albanese.MP@aph.gov.au
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