Corrections, Issues, and Record Searches

Request, correct, or search civil records for personal or legal documentation needs.

About This Service

The Registrar General’s Civil Registry facilitates the issuance, correction, and search of official civil records including Birth, Marriage, Death, Adoption, and Muslim Divorce Certificates. This service ensures that citizens have accurate and legally recognized documentation for various personal, legal, and administrative purposes.

Service Details

Issuance of Certificates

Citizens can request certified copies of Birth, Marriage, Death, Adoption, and Muslim Divorce Certificates at the following locations:

Port of Spain – Civil Registry, Registrar General’s Department, AGLA Tower
San Fernando – 9 Leotaud Street
Arima – 2nd Floor, Pennywise Building, #10-10A Devenish Street
Tobago – Caribana Building, Bacolet Street

Required Documents:

Completed application form (available at service locations)

Form issued by the District Registrar (for birth and death certificates, if required)

Photocopy of a previously issued certificate (if applicable)

Processing Time:

Port of Spain – 5 working days
San Fernando & Arima – 10 working days
Tobago – 3 working days

Cost: $25.00

Search of Records for Births, Marriages, and Deaths

For legal or genealogical purposes, individuals can search the Civil Registry’s records.
Where to Apply: Civil Registry offices in Port of Spain or Tobago

Required Documents:

Birth Records: Date of birth, mother’s maiden name, place of birth

Marriage Records: Names of both parties, date of marriage

Death Records: Name of deceased, date and place of death

Cost: $12.50 per search entry

How to Obtain These Services

Step 1

Visit the nearest Civil Registry office

Step 2

Complete the application form (available at service locations)

Step 3

Submit required documents

Step 4

Pay the applicable fee

Step 5

Receive your document within the designated processing time

Need Civil Records?

Ensure your personal records are accurate and up to date. Visit the nearest Civil Registry office to apply for certificates, make corrections, or conduct a records search.

Related Civil Registry Services

Registration of Births

Register a birth and receive official documents to access services and prove legal identity.

Registration of Marriages

Apply for a marriage licence and register your marriage under Trinidad & Tobago law.

Registration of Deaths

Officially register a death to enable legal, estate, and insurance processes.