Fill in to alter the sex on your birth certificate

Use this application form to change your record of sex if you are 16 or older and were born or adopted in Queensland.

Then you will need to print the application form to complete the statutory declaration and supporting statement before submitting it along with supporting documents.

Step 1—Complete this part online

1. Start by answering the question below—it should take you less than 15 minutes.
2. Choose how you would like to pay.
3. Review your details.
4. Read the email we send you to find out how to finalise your application.
5. Download, print and sign the the filled-in application form.

Step 2—Complete on paper and submit

6. Visit a Justice of the Peace or another authorised person to complete the statutory declaration section and to certify your proof of ID and supporting documents.
7. Have an adult (18 or older) who has known you for 12 months complete the supporting statement section.
8. Gather your proof of ID and supporting documents.

9. Submit your application form and supporting documents to us
1. by post to Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, PO Box 15188, CITY EAST  QLD  4002
2. in person at the Brisbane registry customer service centre at Level 32, 10 Ann Street, Brisbane.

Step 3—What next

10. If your application is approved, you will need to update your details with every organisation you have a personal account with. We suggest that you will need to show them an official linking birth certificate.

1. Can you change your record of sex?

   1. Was your birth or adoption registered in Queensland? *

      • Yes
      • No
   2. Have you changed your record of sex in Queensland within the last 12 months? *

      • Yes
      • No
   3. Do you need written approval from the Chief Executive of Corrective Services or the Police Commissioner to apply? * For example, if you are in the custody of corrective services.

      • Yes
      • No
   4. Do you have written approval from the Chief Executive and/or the Police Commissioner? * Learn about what approval you need to provide.

      • Yes
      • No
   5. Do you have all the proof you need for identification? * View the proof of ID you will need to provide.

      • Yes
      • No
   6. By using this online service and providing an email address and mobile number, I consent to the use of that email address and mobile number for the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (RBDM) to provide information and for contact using SMS and email that relates to this application. I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that I have nominated a secure email address for RBDM to send correspondence to, and I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure the security of that information when received.
2. Fill in your application form Fill in the application before downloading and printing it.

   2. * I understand that I have the right to choose my sex descriptor and/or first names to better express my identity. However, the Registrar-General may refuse to register either a sex descriptor or names that are prohibited.
   1. Your birth details

      These are the details shown on your current birth certificate.

      1. First name *
      2. Middle name(s)
      3. Family name If you don’t have a family name and only use the name above, enter n/a.*
   1. Place of birth

      1. Town, city or suburb *
      2. State *
   2. Date of birth *
   3. What sex is recorded on your birth certificate? *

      • Male
      • Female
      • Another term
   4. What descriptor is shown on your birth certificate?
   If the sex shown on your current ID is different to the sex on your birth certificate, you must provide evidence showing how you updated your sex on your ID—for example a recognised details certificate from another state or territory.
   2. The sex you identify as

      If your application is approved, this sex descriptor will be your sex under Queensland law and will be shown on your birth certificate. You will need to update your details with every organisation you have a personal account with.

      What sex do you identify as? *

      • Male
      • Female
      • Another term
   3. What descriptor do you want to be shown on your birth certificate?
   4. Confirm the descriptor *

      We will record as written

      You must provide a descriptor of the sex that you both identify as and want to live as. Other genders are allowed, such as agender, genderqueer, and non-binary.
   Change of name
   Do you also want to change your first names? *
   • Yes
   • No. I want to keep my name that is shown on my current birth certificate.
   You can choose to change your first and middle names to better express your identity. If you want to change your family name, you need to complete a change of name application and pay the additional fee. Do this after your change of record of sex application is finalised.
   New first names
   1. First name *
   2. Middle name(s)
   If your application is approved, these names will be your new legal first names and will be shown on your birth certificate. You will need to update your details with every organisation you have a personal account with.
   Previous change(s) to your name
   1. Has your name been changed since your birth or adoption? *

      You will need to provide supporting documents for any other changes of name.

      • Yes
      • No
   2. Other names you have used (If you chose 'Yes' above)

      1. Change of name 1 This is your most recent change of name.
      2. Previous name

         1. First name *
         2. Middle name(s)
         3. Family name * If you didn’t have a family name and only used the name above, enter n/a.
         4. How did you change your name? * For example, change of name certificate, marriage, civil partnership.
         5. When did you last change your name?*
      3. Add another earlier change to my name.
   3. Change of name 2
   4. Previous name

      1. First name
      2. Middle name(s)
      3. Family name If you didn’t have a family name and only used the name above, enter n/a.
      4. How did you change your name? For example, change of name certificate, marriage, civil partnership.
      5. When did you last change your name?
   5. Add another earlier change to my name.
   6. Change of name 3
   7. Previous name

      1. First name
      2. Middle name(s)
      3. Family name If you didn’t have a family name and only used the name above, enter n/a.
      4. How did you change your name? For example, change of name certificate, marriage, civil partnership.
      5. When did you last change your name?
   8. Add another earlier change to my name.
   9. Change of name 4
   10. Previous name

       1. First name
       2. Middle name(s)
       3. Family name If you didn’t have a family name and only used the name above, enter n/a.
       4. How did you change your name? For example, change of name certificate, marriage, civil partnership.
       5. When did you last change your name?
   11. Add another earlier change to my name.
   12. Change of name 5
   13. Previous name

       1. First name
       2. Middle name(s)
       3. Family name If you didn’t have a family name and only used the name above, enter n/a.
       4. How did you change your name? For example, change of name certificate, marriage, civil partnership.
       5. When did you last change your name?
   14. I agree that if I have changed my name more than 5 times, I will provide the additional details on a statutory declaration.
   15. Your parents' detailsAs shown on your birth certificate.
       Mother or registered parent

       1. First name *
       2. Middle name(s)
       3. Family name If your mother or parent doesn't have a family name and only uses the name above, enter n/a. *

       Father or registered parent If no father or parent is on your birth certificate, enter n/a.

       1. First name *
       2. Middle name(s)
       3. Family name If your father or parent doesn't have a family name and only uses the name above, enter n/a. *
   Would you like to order a birth certificate?
   If your application is approved, you will need a birth certificate to update your identification. Your current one will no longer be able to be used for identification purposes.
   • Yes, I would like to order a birth certificate.
   • No. I understand I will not receive a birth certificate and that I will need to complete another form and provide proof of identity to get one in the future.
   We do not notify you that it has been registered.
   Official birth certificates
   
   To have everything you need to update your identity in the community, we recommend that you choose the linking birth certificate package.
   
   You can order additional official certificates:
   • •    Linking birth certificate—shows your new sex and name on the front and previous details on the back (use to update your ID)
     •    Birth certificate (with sex)—shows your new sex and name and does not show any previous details (use after your ID is updated)
     •    Birth certificate (without sex)—shows your new first name (if any) and does not show any previous details (cannot be used to prove your sex)
   Order details
   1. What type of certificate would you like to order? * There are 3 different official birth certificates to choose from.
   • 1 official linking birth certificate package—includes 1 linking certificate to update ID plus 1 birth certificate (with sex) to replace your current birth certificate ($108.80)
   
   
   • 1 official linking birth certificate ($54.40)
   • 2 official linking birth certificates ($108.80)
   
   
   • 1 official birth certificate—with sex ($54.40)
   • 2 official birth certificates—with sex ($108.80)
   
   
   • 1 official birth certificate—without sex ($54.40)
   • 2 official birth certificates—without sex ($108.80)
   Type of post * Australia Post delivery timeframes
   • Registered post—within Australia ($8.10)
   • Express post—within Australia ($8.55)
   • Standard post (no charge)
   • International registered mail ($18.55)

Ensure the safe delivery of your certificate

You have changed the type of post. We value identity protection, so we recommend that you choose registered post to ensure the delivery of your certificate can be tracked and delivered to you securely within Australia.

Important update

Australia Post are suspending their express post guarantee of next-day delivery. Express post is still available and treated as a priority, but may not be delivered the next business day every time. Normal application processing timeframes still apply.

Important information

We value identity protection and you have chosen a more secure delivery outside Australia. However, be aware that international registered mail can’t be tracked, and signing is not available in every country.

3. 1. The total cost is:
   
   
   Who is applying

   Proof of ID documents must be submitted. When submitting your signed application by post, have your documents certified by a Justice of the Peace or another authorised person.

   1. Your current name As shown on your proof of ID.

      1. First name *
      3. Middle name(s)
      4. Family name If the applicant doesn't have a family name and only uses the name above, enter n/a.*
   1. Home address

      1. Address line 1 *
      2. Address line 2
      3. Address line 3
      4. 1. Town, city or suburb *
         2. State or territory *
         3. Postcode *
      5. Country
   2. Is your postal address the same as your home address? *

      • Yes
      • No
   3. Postal details (If you chose 'No' above)

      1. Postal address

         1. Address line 1 *
         2. Address line 2
         3. Address line 3
         4. 1. Town, city or suburb *
            2. State or territory *
            3. Postcode *
         5. Country
   4. Contact number (mobile preferred) *
   5. Email We will send you your filled in application by email. Please ensure this email address is correct.*
   6. Confirm email address *
4. How would you like to pay for your order? *

   • Online (MasterCard or Visa)
   • Bank or business account cheque, money order (Australian-drawn only) or cash
5. Before I complete my application *

   I will check the details I have provided.
   I am aware of the refund policy.

   Remember

   
   
   You will need to submit your proof of ID, supporting documents and signed application along with payrment (if not paying online) to us either:

   • •    by post
   • •    in person, by requesting an appointment at the Brisbane registry customer service centre.

Don't use this form

You need to complete a different form if you were born or adopted outside of Queensland and have been living in Queensland for at least 12 months.

Otherwise, see a list of interstate registry offices—each will have different rules for changing your record of sex.

You are not eligible

We can't change your record of sex more than once in 12 months.

You are not eligible

We can't change your record of sex or first name(s) until you have written approval from the Chief Executive or the Police Commissioner. Changing your record of sex or first name(s) without approval is a criminal offence.

You are not eligible

We can't change your record of sex until you can prove your identity. You can contact us if you need more information about this.

Online: our general enquiry form.

By phone: local call* 13 QGOV (13 74 68) or international +61 7 3022 6100 (+10 hours UTC)—phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm.

*Costs may be higher from mobile phones and interstate.

Privacy notice
The Department of Justice and Attorney-General is collecting your personal information for the purpose of processing your application for acknowledgement of sex under the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act 2023. The information on this form may be provided to law enforcement agencies and to government and non-government agencies for verification of the data. Change of name data is provided to the Queensland Police Service for database matching and updating. Access to this information or a certificate may be granted to any person who has adequate reason to obtain it, or who meets the requirements of the access policy.