Access a cultural recognition order
Part of the Births and registration topic
You can request access to cultural recognition order records. 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 request cultural recognition order records.
You must submit your ID and supporting documents by post or in person.
See How to request access to cultural recognition order records for the full application process.
What you should know
Cultural recognition order records may include:
- a certificate
- information
- source documents
- a copy of the cultural recognition order.
Who can use this service
You can request access to records if you:
- are over 18
- are the applicant of the cultural recognition order
- have authorisation from the Commissioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa)
- are the person directly involved in the cultural recognition order
- are the guardian of the person directly involved.
Do not use this service if:
- you want to get an official birth certificate.
Instead, get a birth certificate.
How to request access to cultural recognition order records
Choose how to submit and follow the steps.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Proof of identity
You need 3 forms of proof of identification (ID) including proof of home address.
See Proof of identity documents in the Help centre.
Supporting documents
You will need an authorisation letter from the Commissioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa).
See the Commissioner's contact details.
Step 2: Certify copies of your documents
You must get copies of your ID documents and supporting documents certified by an authorised person.
See Getting documents certified in the Help centre.
Step 3: Complete the application
Complete the online application form. Print and sign the completed form.
Step 4: Submit your application
Post to
Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
PO Box 15188
City East QLD 4002
Include your:
- completed application form
- certified copy of the authorisation letter from the Commissioner
- certified copies of proof of ID and supporting documents.
Step 5: Receive the records
Once your application has been approved, we will contact you to let you know what you can order. We will let you know how much it costs and how to pay.
Your application may not be approved if you:
- don’t meet the certificate access policy requirements
- have not provided the right documents.
You will not receive a refund if:
- your application is refused
- you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Proof of identity
You need 3 forms of proof of identification (ID) including proof of home address.
See Proof of identity documents in the Help centre.
Supporting documents
You will need an authorisation letter from the Commissioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa)
See the Commissioner's contact details.
Step 2: Certify copies of your documents
You must get copies of your ID documents and supporting documents certified by an authorised person.
See Getting documents certified in the Help centre.
Step 3: Complete the application
Complete the online application form. Print and sign the completed form.
Step 4: Submit your application
Submit your application in person at:
Brisbane registry customer service centre
Level 32, 180 Ann Street, Brisbane
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm
Closed public holidays.
Bring your:
- completed application form
- original authorisation letter from the Commissioner
- original proof of ID and supporting documents.
Step 5: Receive the records
Once your application has been approved, we will contact you to let you know what you can order. We will let you know how much it costs and how to pay.
Your application may not be approved if you:
- don’t meet the certificate access policy requirements
- have not provided the right documents.
You will not receive a refund if:
- your application is refused
- you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.
How long it takes
Processing times apply to applications submitted by post or in person.
Standard application: up to 10 business days
Applications missing any required information or documents will take longer.
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.
- Pre-cultural recognition order certificate (standard postage included) $58.10
- Photocopy of the cultural recognition order (certification and standard postage included) $132.05
- Official birth certificate (standard postage included) $58.10
- Search fee (under 1 name for each event) $28.95
- Each additional name searched (for each event) $28.95
Regular postage is free.
- Registered post (recommended): $8.10
- Express post: $8.55
- International registered mail: $21.55