Scotland - Get a Copy of Birth, Death or Marriage Certificate

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Procedure

Apply Online

1. To Get a Copy of Birth, Death or Marriage Certificate, the applicant has to make the application online via the following link
2. The applicant has to enter Username (e-mail address) and Password to login. If the applicant doesn’t have an account, then click “Register” and register an account.
3. After login select type of certificate and start filling the application form.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form.
5. Next the applicant has to attach all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. Review the application and click “submit”
7. Next the applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested. The fee details are mentioned in “Fees” section of this page.
8. After successful payment the applicant can download the receipt as a proof of payment.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. The applicant can check the status of the application by simply logging in.
12. The entire process can be completed within 15 -20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Apply In-Person:

1. To Get a Copy of Birth, Death or Marriage Certificate, the applicant has to approach the nearby Local Register Office link

Note: The applicant has to enter their Postcode to find nearby offices.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested. The fee details are mentioned in “Fees” section of this page.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
9. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
10. The entire process can be completed within 15 – 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Proof of identity of parents (Passport, Birth Certificate, Driving License etc)
• Proof of address (Utility bills, Tenancy Agreement, Voter id)

Office Locations & Contacts

REGISTER OFFICE – SCOTLAND
National Records of Scotland
New Register House
3 West Register Street
Edinburgh
EH1 3YT
Email - [email protected]
Phone: 0131 202 0451
List of Local Register Office link

Eligibility

• Any Person who intends to Get a Copy of Birth, Death or Marriage Certificate is eligible to make this application.

Fees

Fees for copy certificates

• 1 certificate - £12 (any type)
• each extra copy - £10 (must be same certificate and ordered at same time)

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• The entire process can be completed within 15 – 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

Customer Details

• Title Forename
• Surname
• Company Name
• Address
• Town
• County
• Country Postcode
• Email
• Telephone

Details of Birth / death/ Marriage

• Forenames at birth
• Surname at birth
• Mother's Forenames
• Father's / *Parent's Forenames
• Maiden Surname
• Date of Birth / death/ Marriage
• Place of Birth / death/ Marriage
• Gro index reference
• Payment information

Need for the Document

• A copy of a birth, death, or marriage certificate is a duplicate or replica of the original certificate issued by the relevant government authority. These certificates serve as official records of vital events such as births, deaths, and marriages.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Link

Others

• Copy of Birth Certificate: A birth certificate is an official document that records the details of a person's birth. It typically includes information such as the individual's full name, date and place of birth, gender, parents' names, and sometimes additional details like the parents' occupations or addresses.
• Copy of Death Certificate: A death certificate is an official document that provides information about a person's death. It includes details such as the deceased person's name, date and place of death, cause of death, and sometimes information about the person's parents or spouse.
• Copy of Marriage Certificate: A marriage certificate is an official record that confirms the legal union of two individuals in marriage. It contains information such as the names of the married couple, the date and place of the marriage, and the names of witnesses or officiants.