Estonian citizens married (or divorced) in Australia or New Zealand have the event entered in the Estonian Population Register by posting the apostilled certificate to the embassy. They can then apply for documents in a new name.
Where to apply in Australia
Embassy of Estonia, 12 Darwin Avenue, Yarralumla ACT (Canberra), covering Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, PNG, Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu; fingerprint and in-person visits also happen at periodic consular missions to state capitals.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Estonia.
How to apply
Obtain the original marriage certificate (or court divorce decision) and have it apostilled on paper | mark passport copies as true copies, dated and signed | post everything by registered mail with a prepaid express return envelope | add the name-change form if taking a spouse's surname
Documents you need
- Apostilled original marriage certificate or court divorce decision
- Signed copies of both spouses' passports (no notarisation)
- Name-change application form if applicable
- Signed letter requesting maiden name for divorce
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: free
Processing time: Registration is due within 30 days but certificate and apostille steps often take weeks to months.
Good to know
Marriage must have taken place in Australia or New Zealand and residence must be registered there. Page shows no date.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Estonia's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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