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Manchester Registry Office

Your complete guide to registry services in Manchester, Greater Manchester. Get certificates, book appointments, and access all essential information for births, marriages, and civil partnerships.

Important: All registry services at Manchester Registry Office operate on an appointment-only basis. The office closes at 1pm on the first Tuesday of every month.

Registry Services in Manchester

Manchester Registry Office, located in Heron House opposite the iconic Manchester Town Hall, provides essential civil registration services for Manchester and the surrounding Greater Manchester area. The modern facility offers professional services in the heart of the city centre.

Birth Certificates

Official birth certificates for births registered in Manchester

From £12.50

Marriage Certificates

Certified copies of marriage registrations

From £12.50

Civil Partnerships

Official civil partnership certificates and registrations

From £12.50

Priority Service

Next-day delivery if ordered before 4pm

£38.50

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Manchester Registry Office operates strictly on an appointment-only basis. You can book appointments by calling 0161 234 5005 or emailing registeroffice@manchester.gov.uk. This busy city centre location requires advance booking, especially during peak times.

Required Documents

When applying for any certificate, you’ll need to provide:

  • Valid photo identification (passport, driving licence)
  • Full name as registered on the original certificate
  • Date of event (birth or marriage)
  • Place where event was registered
  • For births: mother’s maiden name
  • For marriages: spouse’s full name

Fees and Processing

Standard certificates cost £12.50 and are typically processed within 15 working days. Priority service costs £38.50 for next-day delivery if ordered before 4pm. Additional search fees of £3.50 apply if you don’t have complete reference details.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Manchester Registry Office is in Heron House on Lloyd Street, at the corner of Albert Square, directly opposite Manchester Town Hall. The city centre location provides excellent public transport links including trams, buses, and railway connections from across Greater Manchester and beyond.

Finding the Entrance

Heron House has several entrances – the Registry Office entrance is specifically on Lloyd Street. This is important to note as the building is large and the correct entrance ensures you arrive at the right location for your appointment.

City Centre Amenities

The central location means you’re within walking distance of Manchester’s shopping areas, restaurants, and hotels, making it convenient to combine your registry visit with other activities in the city.

Wedding Ceremonies at Manchester Registry Office

Manchester Registry Office offers various ceremony options:

  • Basic Ceremony – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday at 9:10am or 9:50am (£57) – couple and 2 witnesses only
  • Enhanced Ceremony – Weekdays 10:30am-3:50pm (£127) – up to 70 guests
  • Friday Enhanced – 9:10am-3:50pm (£127) – up to 70 guests
  • Saturday Morning – 9:10am-11:10am (£172) – up to 70 guests
  • Saturday Afternoon – 1:00pm-3:00pm (£185) – up to 70 guests

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