Extract from the Civil Registry

The Civil Registry records important events in your life. Sometimes you need official proof of these events. This proof is called a civil registry transcript or civil registry extract.

What does this product or service mean?

What should you pay attention to?

You should always request a copy or extract from the public authority where the official document (the deed) was issued. Be sure to bring a valid form of identification.

You should always request a copy or extract from the public authority where the official document (the certificate) was issued. Be sure to bring a valid form of identification.

The document bears the stamp and signature of the civil registrar. You can request a copy or extract of a:

birth
marriage
divorce
death
registered partnership

Difference between an extract and a copy

An extract contains only the most important and most recent information from the record.
A certified copy is a complete copy of the entire record, including the stamp and signature.

Multilingual extract
Do you need to use a civil registry extract abroad? If so, you can request a multilingual extract from the Civil Affairs Department. The document contains standard text in multiple languages. This ensures that a foreign organization can read and understand the information correctly.

When can you apply for this?

You are the person named on the document, or you have an authorized representative, or you have a legitimate interest.
You must present a valid form of identification.

How do you apply for this?

Here’s how to request a copy or extract from the civil registry:

Visit the Civil Affairs Department. Or make an appointment online
Bring a valid form of identification.
If you are requesting the copy or extract on behalf of someone else, you must also bring a letter of authorization and a copy of that person’s identification.

Who can you contact?

Civil Affairs
Address: Kaya Neerlandia 40
Phone: (+599) 715 5330
Email: info@bonairegov.com

Opening hours
Monday through Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday: Closed

How long does it take?

If you request the copy or statement in person, you will usually receive it right away.

What does it cost?

A copy or extract from the civil registry costs $11.20

What do we do with your personal data?

When submitting an application or report, the Public Entity of Bonaire needs your personal data. The Public Entity of Bonaire handles your data with care.

The BES Personal Data Protection Act specifies how the Public Entity of Bonaire must do this

The most important rules are:

The Public Entity of Bonaire only requests data that is necessary for processing your application or report.
They record and process your data securely, confidentially, and with care.
Your data will only be used for the application or report, or for something directly related to it.
Your data will not be retained longer than necessary for the application or report.
Other organizations will only receive your data if required by law.
You may ask how your data is being used and what happens to it.