Victoria Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages BDM : Apply For Birth Certificate

Name of the Organization : Victoria Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages
Type of Facility : Apply For Birth Certificate
Country : Australia

Website : http://www.bdm.vic.gov.au/home/births/

Apply For Birth Certificate :

You can use a standard birth certificate as a proof of identity document for official purposes, such as claiming government benefits, enrolling a child in childcare or school, or getting a passport or driver licence.

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We can only issue a birth certificate once the birth is registered in Victoria.

If you or your child was born outside Victoria, contact the Registry office of the state, territory or country where the birth happened.

New parents note. We do not automatically issue a birth certificate when you register your child’s birth. To get your child’s birth certificate, make sure you fill out Part Two of the Birth Registration Statement (provided by your hospital or midwife) and provide payment.

We recommend you keep all Registry-issued documents safe and secure

How to Apply:
Apply online, then submit certified copies of your proof of identity documents by mail, or in person at a Service Centre.

To apply in person, you will need to attend a Service Centre, bring payment and original proof of identity documents, then complete a birth certificate application form. Your certificate will be posted to you depending on the Service Centre attended.

Turnaround times vary depending on how you apply.

Apply Here : https://www.bdm.vic.gov.au/

Application Checklist:
Make sure you:
** Fill out the whole application form.

Submit all required proof of identity documents (see the application form or proof of identity page for more details).
** Online or mail: Submit certified photocopies of each document. See the proof of identity page for advice on how to get your photocopies certified.
** In person: Submit either original proof of identity documents or certified photocopies.

Provide the required application fee. You can pay by:
** Online: Visa or MasterCard.
** Mail: Visa, MasterCard, money order or personal cheque.
** In person: Cash, EFTPOS, Visa, MasterCard, money order or personal cheque.

Register a birth:
When a child is born in Victoria, the hospital, medical facility or midwife gives parents a Birth Registration Statement (BRS). Parents then use the BRS to register their child’s birth and apply for birth certificates.

A standard birth certificate is a proof of identity document. It is the first step in establishing identity and is often required for official purposes such as claiming government benefits, and enrolling a child in childcare and school. A commemorative birth certificate can not be used for identity purposes.

When registering a birth, make sure both parents:
** Complete the BRS in full.
** Sign the BRS in front of a witness (who must sign the form on the same day they witness the parents’ signatures).
** Provide payment for any certificates ordered.

Note:
* If you are not the parent and wish to register a birth, please contact the Registry for advice.