Arranging a Marriage
Useful information to help you organise your special day.

Civil Partnerships
How to organise a civil partnership, for same-sex couples wishing to make a formal, lifelong commitment to each other.

Registering a Birth
Find out how to register your baby's birth. All new arrivals must be registered within 42 days.

Registering a Death
This is a legal requirement within five days of a death. Find out how and where you should register.

Registering a Stillbirth
All stillborn babies born after the 24th week of pregnancy must be registered.

Copy Certificates
Copies of birth, marriage or death certificates can be ordered online.

Nationality Checking Service
If you are applying for British citizenship we can help you with your application.

Citizenship Ceremonies
All adults who have successfully applied for British citizenship must attend a citizenship ceremony. Find out more about these ceremonies.

Fees and Charges
Fees and charges for our services are listed here.

Naming Ceremonies
Naming ceremonies are a non-religious way of celebrating the birth of your child.

Renewal Ceremonies
Information for couples wishing celebrate a special anniversary or event in their married life.

Birth Certificate Changes
What to do if you decide to change the name of your child.

Registering Buildings for Worship
Find out how to register a building for religious worship and wedding ceremonies.