Births, ceremonies and deaths
We are currently experiencing a high demand for appointments to register a death. Please look at all Registration offices in your area, as you may be able to find an earlier appointment at an alternative office.
We are continually reviewing our appointment availability and apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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Register a birth
We are now taking appointments to register all babies
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Register a death
Deaths must be registered within 5 days. Book an appointment to register a death
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Get married or form a civil partnership
We are offering notice appointments for ceremonies taking place before 1 September 2023
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Register a stillbirth
Book an appointment to register a stillbirth
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Re-register a birth
In some cases, you need to register a birth again, which makes a new record in the birth register
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Other ceremonies
Includes renewal of vows, commitment and naming ceremonies
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Convert a civil partnership into a marriage
Convert your civil partnership into a marriage
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Certificate copies
Get a certificate for a birth, marriage, civil partnership or death that happened in Essex
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Order a marriage certificate after a religious wedding
You can order and pay for your marriage certificate after a wedding in a church or religious building
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Citizenship ceremonies
Information about our citizenship ceremonies
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Essex Coroner's Service
Investigating sudden, unexpected deaths and treasure finds in Essex
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What to do when someone dies
Information, advice and guidance on what to do when someone dies in Essex
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Registration contacts
Find your nearest registration office or get in touch