Application for a Birth Certificate

Last Updated: Wednesday 17 June 2026

Overview

Birth Certificates may be requested in an extract format or in full. The extract includes the main details pertaining to the Act whilst the full version is a true copy of the Act.

What you'll get

A birth certificate is sent by post. Extract certificates ordered online cost €2.50 (€2.60 if ordered in person from the Public Registry) while full certificates ordered online cost €9.95 (€10.25 if ordered in person from the Public Registry).

Eligibility

General public.

How to apply

Kindly fill in the online form and submit it.

Timeline

Submission of Application

Vetting of Application

4 days

Assessment of Application

1 day

Approval of Application

1 day

Delivery of Service

1 day

Submit your application

Apply