Births
When your child is born, you must register the birth of your child with us within 42 days.
Deaths
Bereavement can be a distressing time for the family. Our registrars are here to help you with death registration.
Get a copy of a certificate
How to order copies of birth, death, marriage or civil partnership certificates.
Marriages and civil partnerships
Everything you need to know if you plan to get married or have a civil partnership ceremony in our area, as well as information about getting your venue licensed.
Citizenship ceremonies
Information on British citizenship ceremonies in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.