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Victorian legal certificates are only available through our Registry.
If you're unsure, please contact us.
Certificate turnaround times
Track the progress of your application and view our current certificate turnaround times. This page may help answer the question "When will I get my certificate?"
Get a birth certificate
A birth certificate is an important legal document, which can be used as proof of identity.
Certificates for people affected by natural disasters
If you are applying due to a natural disaster, we recommend that you use the following process to apply for replacement certificates.
Search your family history
Records of births, marriages and deaths can provide unique insight into your family history and identity.
Register a birth
Register the birth of a baby born in Victoria.
Proof of identity
Your privacy is important to us. That's why we ask you to prove your identity when you apply for our services.
Book your wedding ceremony
You need to book your ceremony with the Victorian Marriage Registry at least one month before your intended wedding date. We recommend booking at least three months in advance, particularly during the peak summer period.
Our services
Apply online: it's the most convenient way to apply for a certificate or register a life event.
Change a name
Adults born in Victoria or overseas can apply to change their name or their child’s name.
Other services at the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
Get an integrated birth certificate
A birth certificate is an important legal document, which can be used as proof of identity.
Victorian Marriage Registry
The Victorian Marriage Registry is the largest provider of wedding ceremonies in Victoria. We host weddings for couples living in or visiting Melbourne for their special day.
Commemorative birth certificates
Commemorative birth certificates are decorative mementos of the birth of your child.
Popular baby names in Victoria
View the 100 most popular Victorian baby names.
Early pregnancy loss commemorative certificate
A beautiful commemorative certificate recognises the significance of early pregnancy loss.
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