In accordance to Law n. 76 of May 20th 2016 and its related regulations (DPCM n. 144 of July 23rd 2016), it is possible for same-sex couples to establish civil unions overseas.
In accordance with the above Law, same sex couples residing in Western Australia can lodge a request to our Consulate to establish a civil union, if at least one member of the couple is an Italian citizen. For further information, please contact info.perth@esteri.it