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.

All our over the counter services are available at Service NSW centres.

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Get married by the Registry

Whether you choose a Registry office venue or one of our micro wedding locations, celebrate your love with a day to remember.

We take care of the planning and legal requirements so that you can relax and enjoy your special day.

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Births

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Marriages

Name changes and corrections

Business partners

Relationship register

Single status certificate

Key products and programs

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Newborns must be registered with us in the first 60 days and the hospital does not do this for you.

What to know when getting married

Getting married is an important milestone in a relationship and can take a lot of planning. Use our guide to cover all the aspects of the marriage process.

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Family history search

Start your ancestry search for free. View NSW births, deaths and marriages records dating back to 1788. You can purchase copies for a fee.

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Community engagement

We partner with local organisations to attend community events, providing service support to those who need it most.

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Adoption certificates and searches

We provide a range of services for the adoption community including record searches, pre-adoption birth certificate and the new Integrated Birth Certificate.