Commemorative birth certificates

Commemorative birth certificates are decorative mementos of the birth of your child.

They're not a legal document and can't be used for official purposes.

Our commemorative birth certificates have been designed by local artists. They celebrate your child's birth in a unique and lasting way.

Each certificate is printed on archival quality paper and fits a standard frame size of 280mm x 355mm (11" x 14").

You can apply for a commemorative birth certificate when you order a legal birth certificate or when you register the birth. Choose from the following designs when you apply.

Alternatively, choose from our unique set of:

Our range of commemorative certificates

Certificate images and descriptions
Certificate image	Certificate name, description and artist
	Victorian Fauna Victorian Fauna is painted in the style of an illuminated address of the 19th century. It features exquisitely detailed Victorian animals and is accompanied by a description of the animals. This style also comes in birds. Artist: Victorian artist Lynne Muir (formerly Lynne Tracey), one of Australia’s leading calligraphers and illustrators. Learn more about the Victorian Fauna commemorative birth certificate.
	Victorian Birds Victorian Birds is painted in the style of an illuminated address of the 19th century. It features exquisitely detailed Victorian birds and is accompanied by a description of the birds. This style also comes in fauna. Artist: Victorian artist Lynne Muir (formerly Lynne Tracey), one of Australia’s leading calligraphers and illustrators. Learn more about the Victorian Birds commemorative birth certificate.
	Victorian Flora Victorian Flora is painted in the style of an illuminated address of the 19th century. It features exquisitely detailed Victorian flora and is accompanied by a description of the flora. Artist: Victorian artist Lynne Muir (formerly Lynne Tracey), one of Australia’s leading calligraphers and illustrators. Learn more about the Victorian Flora commemorative birth certificate.
	Australian Pink Australian Pink incorporates beautiful calligraphy and Australian imagery of gumnuts and eucalyptus leaves. It's printed in soft, harmonious shades and highlighted with gold. This style is also available in blue. Learn more about the Australian Pink commemorative birth certificate.
	Australian Blue Australian Blue incorporates beautiful calligraphy and Australian imagery of gumnuts and eucalyptus leaves. It's printed in soft, harmonious shades and highlighted with gold. This style is also available in pink. Learn more about the Australian Blue commemorative birth certificate.
	Victorian Footprints Victorian Footprints certificate has space for you to personalise it with your baby's hand or foot prints. The certificate is a beautiful way to celebrate the birth of your child and would make a unique gift. Learn more about the Victorian Footprints commemorative birth certificate.
	Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Victorian Aboriginal Heritage brings together artwork by three Victorian Indigenous artists. Each artist depicts an element of birth in a way that celebrates Victoria's Aboriginal heritage. Artists: Vicki Couzens, Lee Durroch and Treahna Hamm, three of Victoria’s leading Indigenous female artists. Learn more about the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage commemorative birth certificate.
	Rainbow commemorative birth certificate BDM commissioned the rainbow commemorative birth certificate to: Celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans- and gender-diverse, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) Victorians Promote equality Reinforce our commitment to the inclusion of all communities. Artist: Judy Horacek Learn more about the Rainbow commemorative birth certificate.