Accessing your birth records

If you are an adopted adult living in Central Bedfordshire or Milton Keynes and are over 18 years of age, we may be able to help you access your birth records. We understand that this can be an emotional journey, and we can help by offering advice, support and counselling.   

Support for adopted adults in Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes

If you were adopted before 12 November 1975

If you were adopted before 12 November 1975, you will need to contact the General Register Office.

The information will be sent through to your local Adoption Service, which includes a form to apply for your original birth certificate, details of the court that dealt with your adoption, the name of your birth mother and an application for the Adoption Contact Register. A social worker will then get in touch so they can meet with you and share the information. 

If you were adopted between 1975 and 2005

If you were adopted between 13 November 1975 and 30 December 2005, it is likely that you already have a copy of your original birth certificate and details of the Adoption Agency that dealt with your adoption. 

We can offer advice and support if you wish to find out more information about the circumstances of your adoption or to make contact with your birth family. 

FamilyConnect helps adults who have been adopted or in care find answers to questions about their origins. Visit the FamilyConnect website.

Need help or advice? Contact us

If you would like further information about accessing your records, our team is here to offer support.

You can request a call back through our contact form, or you are welcome to call us on 0300 300 8090.

You can read more about accessing your birth records on the Gov.uk website.