It is not possible to arrange a congratulatory message from The Queen without documentary proof of the marriage date. Please see the information below, relating to the couple’s place of marriage, to help you obtain the necessary proof.
England or Wales
If the marriage took place in England or Wales there is no need to purchase a certified copy of the marriage certificate, you may make a telephone application for Her Majesty’s message through the General Register Office for England and Wales. The GRO will verify the details in their records and pass the information directly to the Anniversaries Office at Buckingham Palace. Their telephone number is 0300 123 1837
If you wish to purchase a certified copy of the appropriate marriage certificate, you may purchase one from the General Register Office. Purchase a marriage certificate
If you do not wish to purchase a certified copy of the marriage certificate, you may make a telephone application for Her Majesty’s message through the General Register Office for England and Wales. The GRO will verify the details in their records and pass the information directly to the Anniversaries Office at Buckingham Palace. Their telephone number is 0300 123 1837.
Scotland
If the marriage took place in Scotland there is no need to purchase a certified copy of the marriage certificate, you can make an online application for Her Majesty’s message through the National Records of Scotland (NRS). NRS will verify the details in their records and pass the information directly to the Anniversaries Office at Buckingham Palace. Apply online
If you wish to purchase a certified copy of the appropriate marriage certificate (which is necessary if you are applying to Buckingham Palace directly rather than applying through NRS), you can purchase one from the National Records of Scotland. Purchase a marriage certificate
Northern Ireland
If the marriage took place in Northern Ireland, you may wish to obtain a confirmatory letter for a small from the General Register Office for Northern Ireland. Their telephone number is 028 9025 2000.
If you wish to purchase a certified copy of the marriage certificate, you can purchase one from the General Register Office for Northern Ireland. Purchase a marriage certificate
