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  • Birth certificate (original or updated)

    These 2 examples show common locations where you will find the details on your Australian birth certificate. Your certificate may show these details in different locations depending on the issuing state or territory.

    Your information will be verified with the issuing agency using the Document verification service.

    Tip for verifying your details online – always verify your document using the certificate number if it was issued with one.

    Birth certificate ACT, SA and NT

    An example of an Australian birth certificate for ACT, SA and NT that shows the Family name, Given name, Date of birth, Registration number and Certificate number circled.

    Birth certificate QLD and TAS

    An example of an Australian birth certificate for QLD and TAS that shows the Family name, Given name, Date of birth, Registered on registration date and Certificate number circled.

    Birth certificate WA

    An example of an Australian birth certificate for WA that shows the Certificate number, Registration number, Family name, Given name and Date of birth circled.

    Birth certificate NSW and VIC

    Front of certificate (NSW and VIC)

    An example of the front of an Australian birth certificate for NSW and VIC that shows the Registration number, Family name, Given name and Date of birth circled.

    Back of certificate (NSW and VIC)

    An example of the back of an Australian birth certificate for NSW and VIC that shows the third barcode circled.

      Last modified: 20 Jun 2022QC 48092