Corrections to birth, death, and marriage certificates

If there is an error on your certificate, you will need to apply to the General Register Office (GRO) to request a correction. You can use the forms provided in the relevant sections below. 

• Cost: £83 for corrections processed locally, or £99 if the correction requires approval by the GRO. 

• Submission: 
  Return the completed application form along with original supporting documents to the Register Office at either Leytonstone or Walthamstow Library.  
  Our team will: 

  • Check the form for accuracy. 

  • Certify original documents. 

  • Process card payments based on the type of amendment needed. 

For full guidance, refer to the GOV.UK guidance on correcting a birth registration, which includes:

• How to apply.
• Required documents as proof.
• Processing times. 

You can download:

• Application to correct details on a birth registration (PDF).
• Guidance on applying for a correction to a birth registration (PDF).

For detailed instructions, refer to the GOV.UK guidance on correcting a death registration, covering:

How to apply.

• Required documents as proof.
• Processing times. 

You can download:

• Application form to correct details on a death registration (PDF).
• Guidance on applying for a correction to a death registration (PDF).

For more information, see the GOV.UK guidance on correcting a marriage registration, which explains:

• How to apply.
• Required documents as proof.
• Processing times.

You can download:

• Application to correct details on a marriage registration (PDF).
• Guidance on applying for a correction to a marriage registration (PDF).

• Corrections processed locally: £83
• Corrections requiring GRO approval: £99 

Payment:

• Debit or credit card payments only. 
• Cash is not accepted. 

For enquiries or assistance, please contact the Register Office.