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Register a Birth

Under the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act 1995, all births in NSW must be registered within 60 days of a child's birth.

This means that parents must provide the Registry with the full details of the child's birth in order for the birth to be registered and for a Birth Certificate to be produced.

There is no fee for registering a birth.

The Registry keeps a permanent record of the registration so you or your child can obtain a Birth Certificate at any time.

Some information may also be used for important medical research and community planning purposes, but it is kept strictly confidential and only you or your child or a legal guardian can purchase a copy of the Birth Certificate.

The hospital will supply you with a Birth Registration Statement. Please ensure this form is completed accurately and mailed to the Registry within 60 days of the child's birth.

Your Birth Registration Statement also includes a Birth Certificate Application form. Please note the usual fee for a Birth Certificate applies.

The Registry will process the Birth Registration Statement within 14 days of receiving the application.

If you need assistance to complete the Birth Registration Statement, please contact the Registry on 1300 655 236.

If your child's birth has not been registered within 60 days or you have misplaced the birth registration form please contact the Registry on 1300 655 236.