Marriage and civil partnership fees

Civil ceremonies at a registration office

You can choose to have your ceremony at a Highland Council registration office. The cost depends on the day and the number of guests.

Weekday ceremonies:

  • Private party of 4 - £215
  • Up to 30 guests, where space allows - £310
  • Over 30 guests, where space allows - £350

Saturday ceremonies:

  • Private party of 4 - £440
  • Up to 30 guests, where space allows - £520
  • Over 30 guests, where space allows - £550

All ceremony fees include:

  • a non-refundable booking fee - £60
  • statutory notice fees - £90 (£45 per person)
  • one certificate from the Marriage Register

Page last modified: 6 August 2025