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Here are some of our most common queries.

Phone us

Our contact centre receives a high volume of calls. We apologise for any delay and thank you for your patience.

132 842 (within Australia)

+61 3 9613 5111 (overseas callers)

Hours: 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)

Service partners

Service partners such as doctors, funeral directors and celebrants: phone 1300 369 367 option 3.

Hours: 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)

You can also refer to your pages for instructions:

Visit in person

Some BDM services are available at some Justice Services Centres throughout Victoria. You may be able to:

  • submit your identity documents
  • get an application form if you’re unable to submit online.

You can’t collect certificates from Justice Service Centres.

Find a Justice Service Centre near you(opens in a new window).

Mail

Write to us at:

Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria
GPO Box 4332
MELBOURNE VIC 3001

If you're returning original certificates or providing certified identity documents, include your order number.

Email

The quickest answer to your question might be on this website.

We aim to answer queries within 10 working days. If you submit a complaint, please allow longer for investigation. Check our timelines for complaints.

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Send us an email

The quickest answer to your question might be on this website.

We aim to answer queries within 10 working days.

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If you have any questions about how your personal information will be handled or would like to gain access to your personal information, you can contact Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria 132 842 (within Australia) or +61 3 9613 5111 (overseas callers).

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Information technology (IT) issues

Our IT helpdesk team may be able to help with problems such as logging in, password resets, pop-ups or printing.

The IT team can’t help with turnaround times or applying for a certificate.

Email ict.supportdesk@justice.vic.gov.au(opens in a new window).

Courts and tribunals

For proceedings directly involving the Registrar, BDM, please email bdmlegal@justice.vic.gov.au(opens in a new window).

Media

Media outlets only: email bdmmedia@justice.vic.gov.au(opens in a new window).

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