Copy or extract from the civil registry

We record data on certain life events in the civil registry. For example, a birth, marriage, partnership registration, or divorce. 

You can request a copy or extract of these deeds from the municipality where the deed was drawn up. For example, you can request a copy or extract of your birth certificate in the municipality where you were born. And you can request a copy of a marriage certificate in the municipality where you were married.

Request a copy or extract

You can request a copy or extract from the register of births, deaths, and marriages in 2 ways:

  • Request the document online using the button below. You pay immediately via iDEAL. You will receive your extract by mail within 5 working days.
  • You must make an appointment to complete the entire application at the town hall. You pay for the document during your appointment. You can take the document with you immediately. 

DigiDRequest your certificate or extract from the register of births, deaths, and marriages online

Which official documents can you request and for whom?

Birth certificate

You may request the birth certificate of the following persons without authorization:

  • your children, even if they are of age
  • your parents
  • your partner, if you are married to him or her or have a registered partnership

Death certificate

You are allowed to request the death certificate (without authorisation) of the following persons:

  • your parents
  • your children
  • your partner, if you were married to him or her or had a registered partnership

If you are a brother or sister or have another relationship with the deceased, you can only request the death certificate with authorization. The authorization can be issued by:

  • the parents
  • the children
  • the spouse, spouse or registered partner of the deceased

Marriage and partnership certificate

You may request the marriage or partnership certificate of the following persons without authorization:

  • your children, even if they are of age
  • your parents
  • your partner, if you are married to him or her or have a registered partnership

Divorce certificate and dissolution of partnership registration

You may request the divorce certificate or dissolution of registered partnership of the following persons without authorization:

  • your children, even if they are of age
  • your parents
  • your partner, if you are married to him or her or have a registered partnership 

How much does it cost?

An official copy or extract costs € 17.10.

What do I bring?

Are you applying for the document in person at the town hall? Then bring the following with you: 

  • a valid proof of identity; 
  • a debit card or cash. 

Authorize someone else?

If someone else is submitting the application for you to the municipality, they should bring the following:  

  • a valid proof of identity for themselves; 
  • a copy of your identity document; 
  • a letter stating the reason for your request and authorizing the representative to collect the document. This letter must be signed by both of you. 

From abroad / For European citizens

Applicants from outside the Netherlands with DigiD 

Do you live abroad and have a DigiD? Then you can request the official copy online via the application form from abroad (you need DigiD for this form). 

For residents of Europe without DigiD 

Are you living abroad and do not have DigiD but another facility? Then you can use the form below with the digital facility of the country where you live. 

For European citizens  

Are you a European citizen? You can apply for the documents in English using the digital authentication of your country (eIDAS). 

Extract and certificate of civil status

What is the difference between a copy and an extract?

Copy

An official copy is an official copy of the certificate, stamped by the municipality. An official copy contains exactly the same information as the original certificate. 

Extract

An excerpt is a current summary of the deed. You never receive the deed itself; it remains the property of the municipality and is stored in the registers of the civil registry. 

International extract

An extract of civil status is available internationally. In some cases, you must have the extract translated yourself by a sworn translator.

Do you need proof that you live in the municipality of Tytsjerksteradiel? 

Then request an extract from the Personal Records Database (BRP).