A spouse can have an Australian marriage certificate entered into a Polish civil register through the consulate, which is normally needed before Polish records reflect the marriage or a surname choice.
Where to apply in Australia
Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Sydney (10 Trelawney Street, Woollahra NSW) covers Australia except the ACT; the Embassy in Canberra covers the ACT. Honorary consuls do not issue passports.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Poland.
How to apply
Book an appointment on e-Konsulat | submit the form and documents in person or by post | the consul forwards the file to the chosen Polish register office | collect the Polish certificate at the consulate or by post
Applications are handled through e-Konsulat (Polish MFA online booking system), https://www.e-konsulat.gov.pl/.
Documents you need
- Transcription application form
- Original foreign marriage certificate with apostille (kept by the registry, not returned)
- Polish translation by a sworn translator or a NAATI translation certified by the consul
- Recommended: foreign birth certificate of any spouse without a Polish birth certificate, with translation and apostille or legalisation if needed
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: AUD 101
Processing time: Not stated; the consul forwards the application immediately.
Good to know
Either spouse may apply but may declare only their own surname unless the certificate already records it. Refusal can be appealed to the provincial governor. Page shows no date.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Poland'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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- Legalisation of foreign documents
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- Report of a lost or damaged ID card
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