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.

Registry offices closed – delays expected

Due to the current COVID-19 outbreak, we have closed our Registry offices and there will be a delay in our regular processing times. If you need a certificate urgently, use our online services and select ‘priority’.

We’re working hard to support our customers during this challenging time and thank you for your patience.

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.

Integrated Birth Certificate (IBC)

For the first time in NSW adopted people have the option to have both their birth and adopted families included on a birth certificate. An Integrated Birth Certificate (IBC) means adopted people can be issued with two birth certificates - the existing post adoptive certificate which includes only the details of the adoptive family and an integrated birth certificate, inclusive of the birth and adoptive families.

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Get married at a Registry venue

Celebrate your special moment at one of our venues in Sydney. We offer affordable wedding options and 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.