Marriage, civil partnership and divorce

Services

  • Order an official birth, adoption, death, marriage or civil partnership certificate from the General Register Office (GRO) if you need a copy or want to research your family tree.

  • A deed poll recognises a change of name of an adult or child - make your own, use official forms, or get one through a specialist agency or solicitor

  • Sure Start Maternity Grant is a £500 payment to help with the costs of a new baby: what you'll get, eligibility and how to apply (claim form SF100).

  • Check you can get a divorce, agree or disagree with a divorce application, what to do if your husband or wife lacks mental capacity.

  • How to get married or form a civil partnership in the UK, giving notice of marriage at a register office, visas, paying fees.

Guidance and regulation

News and communications

Research and statistics

Policy papers and consultations