Get a commemorative birth certificate
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You can get a commemorative birth certificate in Queensland. Apply to the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages and pay a fee.
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In short
You can use this service to get a commemorative certificate for a Queensland birth for:
- your child
- yourself.
These are not official birth certificates.
You can submit your completed application form online.
What you should know
Commemorative certificates are keepsakes and not official proof of identity documents.
You can order the same commemorative birth certificate design for yourself and up to 3 children at the same time.
If you want to choose different designs, you will need to fill in the online form for each one.
When you apply you need to:
- choose the design
- decide if you want the certificate to show the person’s sex.
You do not need to submit your proof of identity. We will check that you can apply.
Certificates fit a standard A4 picture frame—certificate size 210mm x 297mm. It will be posted in an A4 envelope with cardboard reinforcement.
Who can use this service
| You can apply for a commemorative birth certificate if : |
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| Correct.you you are the person |
| Correct.you are their parent. |
| Don't use this service if: |
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| Incorrect. the person was born outside of Queensland Instead, apply in that state, territory or country. |
| Incorrect.you your child’s birth has not been registered yet Instead, register your child's birth. |
| Incorrect. you also need an official birth certificate for identity purposes Instead, apply for a commemorative package that includes an official birth certificate. |
How to apply for a commemorative birth certificate
Step 1: Fill in the application form
Complete the online form and pay the fee.
Step 2: Receive the certificate
Once your application is approved we will post the certificate to you.
Your application may not be approved if you are not the person or their parent.
You will not receive a refund if:
- your application is refused
- you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.
How long it takes
Standard application: up to 10 business days
Urgent application: not available
Allow extra time for public holidays and postage.
How much it costs
The fee you pay is for you to submit your application and for the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages to review it.
- Commemorative birth certificate (with or without sex shown): $29.20
Regular postage is free.
You can choose other delivery types:
- Registered post (recommended): $8.10
- Express post: $8.55
- International registered mail: $18.55
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