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Recognise a sex under 16 (born outside Queensland) application form

  1. Consent

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    2. Check your readiness
    1. Was your child's birth registered outside of Queensland? *
    2. Has your child lived in Queensland for at least 12 months? * Learn about what proof of residency you need to provide.
    3. Have you changed your child's recognised sex in Queensland within the last 12 months? * (If you chose 'Yes' above)
    4. Does everyone applying have all the proof needed for identification? * View the proof of ID you will need to provide.
  2. Fill in your application form Fill in the application before downloading and printing it.
    2. *
      1. Your child's birth details These are the details shown on your child's current birth certificate.
        1. Place of birth
        2. Was your child born overseas? *
        5. What is the current sex on your child's birth certificate? *
        If your child's current recognised sex is different than what is shown on their birth certificate you must provide evidence—such as a recognised details certificate from another state or territory.
      2. The sex your child identifies as
        If your application is approved, this sex descriptor will be your child's sex under Queensland law and will be shown on their recognised details certificate. You will need to change your child’s identity everywhere they are registered in the community.
        What sex does your child identify as? *

      4. We will record as written

        You must provide a descriptor of the sex that your child both identifies as and wants to live as. Other genders are allowed, such as agender, genderqueer, and non-binary.

    3. Change of name Do you wish to change your child’s first names? *
      You can choose to change your child's first and middle names to help them to better express or affirm their chosen sex. You will need to order a change of name certificate to update their name in the community.

      If you want to change their family name, you need to complete a change of name application and pay the additional fee. Do this before completing this application.
    4. Child's new first names
      If your application is approved, the new sex and first names will be shown on your child's recognised details certificate. You will also need a change of name certificate to update your child's details everywhere they are registered in the community.
    5. Previous change(s) to your child's name
      1. Has your child's name been changed before? * This means the name on your child's current proof of ID is different to the name shown on their birth certificate.
      2. Other names your child has used (If you chose 'Yes' above)
        You will need to provide supporting documents for any name changes for your child.
        1. Change of name 1 This is your child's most recent change of name.
          1. First names and family name.
      3. Change of name 2
        1. First names and family name.
      6. Change of name 3
        1. First names and family name.
        8. Previous recognised details certificate Has your child had a Queensland recognised details certificate before? * Only if issued in Queensland.
    7. Parents' detailsAs shown on your child's birth certificate. Mother or registered parent's name
    8. Father or registered parent's name If no father or parent is on your child's birth certificate, enter n/a.
      9. Other names registered parents' or guardians' have used Has a registered parent or guardian’s name changed since your child’s birth? *
        • You will need to provide supporting documents for any change of name since your child’s birth.
    9. 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 for your child? *You will need an official change of name certificate to update your child's details in the community.
    11. Type of post * Australia Post delivery timeframes

      12. 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.

    12. Would you like to order another certificate?
      If your application is approved, we will send you a recognised details certificate to update your child's details in the community.
    13. (If you chose 'Yes' above)
      What additional certificate would you like to order? * There are 2 different official recognised details certificates to choose from.
    14. Who is applying
    15. Tell us who is applying *

      You will need to provide a certified photocopy of the death certificate.

      1. Your current name As shown on your proof of ID.

        1. The total cost is:


      2. Relationship to the child *
    16. You will need to provide a certified copy of the parenting order.
    17. You will need to provide a certified copy of the child protection order.
    18. You will need to provide certified copies of the will and the parents’ death certificates.
    19. You will need evidence that the Childrens court has approved your application. Please provide a certified copy of the court order.
    20. Home address
    21. Is your postal address the same as your home address? *
    22. Postal details
      1. Postal address
    26. *
  3. Other person applying
      Your current name As shown on your proof of ID.
    1. Relationship to the child *
    2. You will need to provide a certified copy of the parenting order.
    3. You will need to provide a certified copy of the child protection order.
    4. You will need to provide a certified copies of the will and the parents’ death certificates.
    5. Home address
    9. *
  4. How would you like to pay for your order? *
  5. 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 your child (under 16) was born or adopted in Queensland.

Don't use this form

We can only change your child's record of sex if they 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 child's record of sex more than once in 12 months. You must wait before you apply again.

You are not eligible

We can't change your child's 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