Withdraw an application to end a civil partnership

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity documents

You need to submit 3 forms of proof of identification (ID).

See Proof of identity documents.

Translating documents

If you need to provide proof of ID or supporting documents and they are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Get your documents certified

You must get copies of your proof of ID documents certified.

See Getting documents certified.

Step 3: Choose the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and print.

Start the online form

PDF form

Download, print and complete the form by hand.

Download the PDF form

Step 4: Get your signatures witnessed

An adult (18 or older) must witness your signature(s) on the application form.

Step 5: Submit your application

Post to

Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
PO Box 15188
CITY EAST  QLD  4002

Include your:

• completed application form
• certified copies of ID and supporting documents.

Step 6: Receive confirmation

Once your application is approved, you will be notified the application to end a civil partnership has been withdrawn.

Your application may not be approved if you:

• do not meet the rules
• have not included the right documents.

You can submit your application at any Queensland Magistrates Court or QGAP office (except at the Brisbane Magistrates Court).

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity documents

You need to submit 3 forms of proof of identification (ID).

See Proof of identity documents.

Translating documents

If you need to provide proof of ID or supporting documents and they are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Choose the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and print.

Start the online form

PDF form

Download, print and complete the form by hand.

Download the PDF form

Step 3: Get your signatures witnessed

An adult (18 or older) must witness your signature(s) on the application form.

Step 4: Submit your application

Submit your application in person at a Queensland Magistrates Court or QGAP office (except at the Brisbane Magistrates Court).

Bring with you:

• completed application form
• original ID and supporting documents.

Step 5: Receive confirmation

Once your application is approved, you will be notified the application to end a civil partnership has been withdrawn.

Your application may not be approved if you:

• do not meet the rules
• have not included the right documents.

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity documents

You need to bring with you 3 original forms of proof of identification (ID).

See Proof of identity documents.

Translating documents

If you need to provide proof of ID or supporting documents and they are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Choose the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and print.

Start the online form

PDF form

Download, print and complete the form by hand.

Download the PDF form

Step 3: Get your signatures witnessed

An adult (18 or older) must witness your signature(s) on the application form.

Step 4: Submit your application

Submit your application in person at:

Brisbane registry customer service centre
Level 32, 180 Ann Street, Brisbane

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Closed public holidays.

Bring with you:

• completed application form
• original ID and supporting documents.

Step 5: Receive confirmation

Once your application is approved, you will be notified the application to end a civil partnership has been withdrawn.

Your application may not be approved if you:

• do not meet the rules
• have not included the right documents.