Obtaining an Electronic Birth Certificate

Please see the Letter of Authorization and Application Form for requirements for obtaining the new electronic Birth Certificate through the Consulate General in New York.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Computer-Generated Birth Certificate (CBC)

Can a Family Member Apply for a Birth Certificate on My Behalf?

As a quick alternative, birth certificate applicants should also be advised that family members living in Trinidad & Tobago can apply on their behalf at the Registrar General’s Office at the following address and phone number:

Registrar General’s Office
Registration House
South Quay
Port of Spain
Trinidad, West Indies
Tel. (868) 624-1660
Opening hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Registrar General Division
Central Administrative Services, Tobago
Jerningham Street
Scarborough
Tobago, West Indies
Tel. (868) 639-2652-7
Fax. (868) 639-2505
E-mail: cast1@tstt.net.tt
Opening hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Requirements for a Family Member to Obtain the
Computerized Birth Certificate

• Notarized Letter of Authorization
• copy of applicant’s identification (must be valid)
• copy of present birth certificate
• Persons applying on behalf of someone must also produce their valid identification.

Birth Certificates can also be obtained at:

32E Pro Queen Street
Arima
Trinidad, West Indies
Tel: (868) 667-1700

10 Leotaud Street
San Fernando
Trinidad, West Indies
Tel: (868) 653-4858