How to Get a Copy of a Scottish Birth Certificate

The General Register Office for Scotland makes obtaining copies of birth certificates and other documents a snap. Whether you're a citizen requesting copies from home or from abroad, the process is faster and less of a hassle than you might have thought.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Apply in person at the New Register House in Edinburgh, Scotland. Your Scottish birth certificate will be mailed to you in five business days. If you opt for priority service, your birth certificate copy will be ready the same day or by the next afternoon.
2. Write the New Register House to apply for a Scottish birth certificate copy by mail. The proper application form, Form SU3, is available for download on the General Register Office for Scotland website. Priority service is also available for mail-in applicants. If you choose this option, your birth certificate will be sent within one business day.
3. Call [phone] to order a copy of a Scottish birth certificate from the Exact Ordering Service. Be prepared to give your credit or debit card details over the phone.
4. For those wishing to request a copy of a Scottish birth certificate in the United States, contact your nearest British consular office in the U.S. on the Britain U.S.A website.
5. Send an email to [e-mail] if you have a specific question or concern regarding requesting your copy of your Scottish birth certificate.