Thanks to modern technology, it's easier than ever to obtain Irish birth certificates, no matter where you live. Whether you're a naturalized Irish citizen living in Ireland, or you live outside of Ireland and need a copy of a birth certificate, you can do a lot of the work online. You may need to spend time collecting the appropriate information to complete the form.
Gather information regarding your birth, or the person's for whom you are obtaining a birth certificate. You'll need to know the subject's full name and place of birth, as well as the full names of both parents and their occupations.
Visit the website of the General Register Office at www.groireland.ie. This is the clearinghouse for all birth, death and marriage records in Ireland. Click on "apply for a cert." Download the form "Application for a Birth Certificate."
Complete the form, by either typing your information into the spaces provided, or printing it out and writing clearly using capital letters. Note that the word "forename" means "first name" while "surname" means "last name."
Choose the type of birth certificate you need. The long form is the most widely accepted. Be sure to choose the number of certificates you need.
Select a payment option. Paying by credit card will help ensure the fastest delivery. The application fee is payable in euros, and your credit card company will convert the total fee into the currency you use and charge your account accordingly. Don't send a check unless you live in Ireland and your check is drawn on an Irish bank. Don't send cash.
Prepare to send the application. If you are mailing it, use correct postage to make sure it arrives at its destination in a timely manner. If you are faxing the document, be careful to enter the country code and the telephone number correctly.
