Register your baby

All births in NSW must be registered with us within 60 days of the birth.

Registering your baby is free

It's free to register your baby. If you need a birth certificate, you can pay a fee for the certificate when you register the birth. The standard fee for a birth certificate is $67. 

Register your baby now

You need to register your child's birth with us within 60 days – the hospital does not do this for you. 


Why it's important

When you register your child's birth with us you are officially giving your baby a legal name.

You can also apply for a birth certificate when you complete the registration. You will need a birth certificate to access Medicare and to apply for government benefits like parental leave.

How to register a newborn

Follow our step-by-step guide below to find out what information and documents you will need to provide and how to complete the registration. 

Note: parent(s) should register their baby using our our online form.

How to buy a birth certificate

You can apply for a birth certificate after you've completed the birth registration

  • You will need a credit or debit card ready to pay for the certificate if you apply online.
  • The standard fee for a birth certificate is $67.

Processing times

Standard birth certificate ordered when birth is registered Standard service $67
Online applicationUp to 4 weeks
Postal applicationUp to 5 weeks
Via Service NSWUp to 6 weeks
Fee to send a copy of a certificate to a passport office$48

Help with completing the registration

In some cases, we may need additional information from you before we can register the birth. If you have any other questions, contact us.

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