Introduction
If you were born overseas but now live in NSW, and you've undergone a sex affirmation procedure, you can apply for a recognised details certificate which will record your new sex and current name. You can do this in person at a service centre, or by mail.
Eligibility
To register a change of sex, you need to be aged 18 years or older, or the parent/s of a child or the guardian of a child:
- whose birth is not registered in Australia
- who is an Australian Citizen or permanent resident of Australia
- who lives in NSW, and has lived in NSW for at least 1 year
- who has undergone a sex affirmation procedure.
What you need
- the Recognised Details Certificate Application – PDF form
- your current personal and contact details
- your personal details as registered at birth
- the application completed by yourself and witnessed by an authorised witness
- 2 statutory declarations completed by two medical practitioners and witnessed by an authorised witness
- 4 certified forms of your identification, including Photo ID
- your payment.
How to apply
- Check the eligibility requirements.
- Download, print and complete the Recognised Details Certificate Application – PDF.
- Make sure you have all the required documentation.
- Lodge your information using the details on the form.
More information
- Certificates are sent by the Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages via registered post. They cannot be collected at a service centre.
- Turnaround times commence when applications are received in full compliance with Registry requirements, and exclude delivery time.
- If you change your mind, or decide the certificate is no longer required, your application fee will not be refunded.
Payment methods
Last updated: 7 December 2022