How to Apply for a Birth Certificate in Ireland?
Applying for a birth certificate in Ireland is simple and straightforward:
- Visit the online Birth Certificate Application Form
- Provide a few basic details, it only takes about two minutes to fill in
- Pay securely online
- Receive the Irish Birth Certificate by post at the address provided
This quick, secure and convenient process makes it easy to order a birth certificate online, whether you need a replacement copy or an official record for passport, citizenship or legal use.
Why do you need a Birth Certificate?
A birth certificate is an essential record of birth and identity. It may be required for:
- Applying for an Irish passport or citizenship
- Immigration or residency applications
- School or university enrolment
- Marriage or civil partnership registration
- Employment verification and background checks
- Accessing public services or social welfare
Ordering a copy of an Irish birth certificate ensures you always have a valid and up-to-date record whenever it’s needed, whether for official, personal or legal purposes.
Who can apply for a Birth Certificate?
Anyone can apply for an Irish birth certificate if the record is public or if they have a valid reason to request it.
This includes parents applying for a child’s certificate, relatives requesting family records, or individuals ordering documents for official or legal purposes.
All certificates are issued by the General Register Office (GRO Ireland), the official authority responsible for civil registration of births, marriages and deaths in Ireland.
Why choose us?
Ordering an Irish birth certificate online should be simple, safe and stress-free. We make the process easy from start to finish, no long forms, no waiting in queues, just trusted support and fast delivery:
Irish-based service
Fully compliant with Irish GRO standards for official certificates
Trusted assistance
Our friendly support team is here to help you at every step of the process
Easy online payment
Pay securely online with all major debit and credit cards — quick, safe and hassle-free
How it Works
Applying for an Irish birth certificate has never been easier. You can complete everything online in just a few minutes, and the official certificate will be posted straight to your address.
Step 1
Fill out the
online form
Enter the details using our secure online application form. It only takes a few minutes, and we’ll guide you through each step
Step 2
Verification &
processing
Our team reviews the information to ensure everything is accurate and meets the requirements of the GRO of Ireland
Step 3
Receive the
certificate
Once processed, the Irish certificate is issued by the GRO and delivered by post directly to the address you provide
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Our support team is here to help: friendly, fast, and 100% online.
Disclaimer: eregister-ie.com is an independent administrative service provider. Our team offers support in document management and application processing, assisting clients in submitting the necessary information to obtain official certificates from the competent authorities in Ireland. The service has a fixed fee of 79€ per certificate, which covers the certificate cost, the complete processing service, and personalised assistance to ensure your application is successfully finalised. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Government of Ireland. We do not provide certificates directly, as we act as intermediary agent.

