What you need
Requirements & eligibility
Bahamian citizens age 18 or older applying for their own certified birth certificate through the online service.
Online applicant eligibility
For the MyGateway online service, the applicant must be a Bahamian citizen, at least 18 years old, and applying for their own certificate.
Required
Parent details
Be ready to provide the mother’s first name, last name and maiden name and the father’s first and last name.
Required
National Insurance Board number
The online service lists a National Insurance Board number among the information that may be needed.
Required
Payment card
A valid credit or debit card is needed for the $10 online fee.
Required