This is for people who need a copy of a birth certificate.

If you haven't already, you need to register a birth.

 

  • The priority service guarantees that we’ll issue and post your certificate first class within 1 working day (or 2 working days if received after 3pm). We can’t guarantee Royal Mail’s delivery times.


Our priority service costs £38.50 per certificate.

We'll send your copy certificate by first class post:

  • the same day, if we receive your application before 3pm
  • the next working day, if we receive your application after 3pm.
Apply online for a copy birth certificate (priority)


Our standard service currently costs £12.50 per certificate.

We'll send your copy certificate by second class post within 3 weeks of receiving your application.

Apply online for a copy birth certificate (standard)

What you'll need to apply

  • Date and place where the birth took place.
  • The name of the person involved
  • The parents names
  • Any previous names used by the parents.

If you only have the GRO reference number, you must apply to the General Register Office or call them on 0300 123 1837.

To see the indexes for free, contact Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies or visit any Hertfordshire library.

 

Contact us

Call us on 0300 123 4045.

 

Ask a registrations professional