Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria

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?"

A birth certificate is an important legal document, which can be used as proof of identity.

If you are applying due to a natural disaster, we recommend that you use the following process to apply for replacement certificates.

Records of births, marriages and deaths can provide unique insight into your family history and identity.

Register the birth of a baby born in Victoria.

Your privacy is important to us. That's why we ask you to prove your identity when you apply for our services.

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.

Apply online: it's the most convenient way to apply for a certificate or register a life event.

Adults born in Victoria or overseas can apply to change their name or their child’s name.

A birth certificate is an important legal document, which can be used as proof of identity.

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 are decorative mementos of the birth of your child.

View the 100 most popular Victorian baby names.

A beautiful commemorative certificate recognises the significance of early pregnancy loss.