Applying at Service Tasmania
When applying at Service Tasmania, you will need to:
Step 1
Check if you are eligible to apply
Step 2
Fill out a certificate application form
Step 3
Take your application form and original identification documents into a Service Tasmania shop (external link)
Step 4
Pay the fee with credit card or cash
Applying by post
You will need to:
Step 1
Fill out a certificate application form
Step 2
Get your identity documents certified (confirmed) as true copies of the original documents by one of the following:
Justice of the Peace (external link)
Commissioner for Declarations (external link)
Barrister or Solicitor
Australian Embassy Officer or Australian Consulate Officer (external link)
Step 3
Pay the fee by completing credit card details on the application form or include a cheque or money order with your application
Step 4
Send your application, certified identification and fee to:
Births, Deaths and Marriages Tasmania
30 Gordons Hill Road
Rosny Park Tas 7018
How long will it take to get my certificate
Standard service – approximately 2 weeks. It can take longer during peak periods.
Priority service (additional fees apply) – If your application has been approved you can obtain a certificate on the same day from the following Service Tasmania shops:
Hobart, Launceston, Burnie, Devonport, Huonville, Scottsdale and Sorell. Service Tasmania shop locations (external link)
When you apply at other Service Tasmania shops, online or by post the certificate will be sent by registered and/or express post.
If your priority application is received after 4.30pm (AEST) it will be processed the following business day and the certificate sent by mail.
Born interstate or overseas
See other Australian and overseas registries for what you need to do
If you need more details, contact us.