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Recognise your sex over 16 (born outside of Queensland) application form

Required fields are marked with an *

  1. Consent

    *
  2. Check your readiness
    1. Was your birth registered outside of Queensland? *
    2. Have you lived in Queensland for at least 12 months? * Learn about what proof of residency you need to provide.
    3. Have you changed your record of sex in Queensland within the last 12 months? * (If you chose 'Yes' above)
    4. 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. *
    5. Do you have written approval from the Chief Executive and/or the Police Commissioner? * Learn about what approval you need to provide.
    6. Do you have all the proof you need for identification? * View the proof of ID you will need to provide.
  3. Fill in your application form Fill in the application before downloading and printing it.
    2. *
      1. Your birth details These are the details shown on your current birth certificate.
        1. Place of birth
        2. Were you born overseas? *
        5. What sex is shown on your current certificate? This is the sex shown on your current birth certificate or recognised details 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.
        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 recognised details certificate. You will need to update your details with every organisation you have a personal account with.
      2. What sex do you identify as? *

      4. 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.

    3. Change of name Do you also want to change your first names? *
      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 before your recognised details certificate application to change your sex is finalised.
    4. New first names
      If your application is approved, these names will be your new legal first names and will be shown on your recognised details certificate. You will need to update your details with every organisation you have a personal account with.
    5. Previous change(s) to your name
      1. Has your name been changed since your birth? *
        You will need to provide supporting documents for any other changes of name.
      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
      3. Change of name 2
      4. Previous name
      6. Change of name 3
      7. Previous name
      9. Change of name 4
      10. Previous name
      12. Change of name 5
      13. Previous name
        15. Previous recognised details certificate
      15. Have you had a Queensland recognised details certificate before? * Only if issued in Queensland.
      17. Your parents' detailsAs shown on your birth certificate.
        Mother or registered parent
      18. Father or registered parent If no father or parent is on your birth certificate, enter n/a.
    6. Order details
      1. What type of certificate would you like to order? * There are 2 different official recognised details certificates to choose from—one certificate is included in the fee.
      1. Would you like to order a change of name certificate? *You will need an official change of name certificate to update your name on your ID. It will not show any sex details.
    8. Type of post * Australia Post delivery timeframes

    4. 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.

  4. Would you like to order another certificate?
    If your application is approved, we will send you a recognised details certificate to update your identification.
  5. What additional certificate would you like to order? * There are 2 different official recognised details certificates to choose from.

    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.
    2. Home address
    3. Is your postal address the same as your home address? *
    4. Postal details (If you chose 'No' above)
      1. Postal address
  7. How would you like to pay for your order? *
  8. Before I complete my application *

    Remember

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

    • •   by post
    • •   in person by requesting an appointment with us 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 in Queensland.

Don't use this form

We can only change your recognised sex if you have been living in Queensland for 12 months before your application (or more).

Otherwise, see a list of interstate registry offices.

You are not eligible

We can't change your recognised sex more than once in 12 months. You must wait before you apply again.

You are not eligible

We can't change your recognised sex or first names until you have written approval from the Chief Executive or the Police Commissioner. Changing your sex or first names 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.

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.

Managed by: Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages

Last updated:
10 February 2026