NSW Registry of Births Deaths & Marriages
The Registry was formed in 1856 to register life events in New South Wales accurately and securely for all time, ensuring their integrity and confidentiality.

Apply for certificates online
Save time by using our online service to order birth, marriage or death certificates. It's easy convenient, safe and secure.

Family history search
Start your ancestry research with free access to our records of births, deaths, and marriages in NSW that date back to 1788.

Get married by the Registry
Celebrate your special moment at one of our venues in Sydney. Book one of our affordable wedding options and we'll look after all the legal requirements from ceremony to certificate.

Register your newborn online
Registering your newborn is easy with our online registration. Before you start filling in the birth registration form make sure you follow the steps below and have all the right information ready.
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Choose from our online services - it's the fastest way to apply.
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