Prince Edward Island Birth, Marriage and Death Records for Canadian Citizenship by Descent
For citizenship by descent, Prince Edward Island records come from PEI Vital Statistics in Montague, which holds births under 120 years old, marriages under 75 and deaths under 50. The Public Archives and Records Office holds older records. PEI had no civil registry before 1906, so earlier ancestors may need church records, such as baptism records. Ask for the certified copy of the registration of birth.
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Where do I order Prince Edward Island records for citizenship by descent?
Order from PEI Vital Statistics at 126 Douses Road, Montague. It issues certified copies of registrations of birth, marriage and death for $35 each, and a record search costs $20 for every period of up to three years (Government of PEI, fee page of 16 December 2024, checked October 2026).
Vital Statistics typically holds births under 120 years old, marriages under 75 and deaths under 50. For older events, contact the Public Archives and Records Office at 902-368-4290 or archives@gov.pe.ca.
Which PEI birth document should I order?
Order the certified copy of registration of birth for $35. It is the full registration, so it fits IRCC’s request for documents from the original authority. The standard certificate costs $25, and the detailed certificate costs $35, so ask Vital Statistics what each shows.
What to know before you order
- Search: $20 for each period of up to three years
- Rush: $50 for two business days, or $100 for same-day service, for certificates only
- Courier: $11.50 within the Maritimes and $23.00 in the rest of Canada
Which office holds your record?
The age of the event, or the type of record, decides the office.
PEI Vital Statistics
- Births under 120 years old
- Marriages under 75 years old
- Deaths under 50 years old
Public Archives and Records Office
- Older births, marriages and deaths
- Phone 902-368-4290
- Email archives@gov.pe.ca
Not sure your claim works? Take the citizenship eligibility quiz before you order records.
Your Prince Edward Island records, in five parts
Each Prince Edward Island event sits with one office. Source: IRCC.
Fees for certified copies of birth, marriage and death registrations.
Older records, indexes and genealogy resources.
Take the quiz before you spend money on records.
Each province keeps its own vital records.
See what IRCC accepts when a PEI record cannot be found.
Records scattered across provinces?
We find the right office for each ancestor and prepare your file.
What to know before you order
Certified copy of birth
A certified copy of registration of birth costs $35.
Certified copy of marriage
A certified copy of registration of marriage costs $35.
Certified copy of death
A certified copy of registration of death costs $35.
Record search
A search of records costs $20 for every period of up to three years.
Rush and emergency
Rush takes two business days for $50, and emergency is same-day for $100, for certificates only.
No civil registry before 1906
Earlier ancestors may only appear in church records, such as baptism records. Plan for those.
Related pages
These guides cover the wider claim.
How to avoid problems with Prince Edward Island records
Five habits save time and money.
Match the age to the office
The age of the event decides which office holds the record.
Order the version with parents
Choose the document that shows the parents, so it proves the parent and child link.
Check who may order
Records inside the restricted years go only to eligible applicants.
Skip genealogy printouts
IRCC wants records from the original authority, not copies from genealogy websites.
Get advice early
If a record is missing or restricted, ask before you apply.
Want your records checked?
We tell you which Prince Edward Island records you need and who can order them.
Ordering Prince Edward Island records, step by step
Six steps from the first year to the finished file.
List the event years
Write down the year of each birth, marriage and death in your chain.
Pick the office
Match each event to the office that holds it.
Check who may order
Confirm you are allowed to order each record.
Order the right document
Ask for the version that shows the parents.
Check names and dates
Make sure they match your other records.
Add it to your file
Include it in your citizenship certificate application.
Five mistakes with Prince Edward Island records
These mistakes cost time and money.
Ordering from the wrong office
The age of the event decides which office holds the record.
Ordering without parents
A short certificate may not show the parents.
Relying on printouts
Genealogy site copies do not come from the original authority.
Ordering when not eligible
Restricted records go only to eligible applicants.
Mixing up the years
A wrong year sends you to the wrong office.
Want a second set of eyes?
We check your Prince Edward Island records before you apply.
Prince Edward Island records facts at a glance
Key facts from official Prince Edward Island sources, checked October 2026. Last updated: October 2026.
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Prince Edward Island records FAQs
Where do I get Prince Edward Island records for citizenship by descent?
Order from PEI Vital Statistics in Montague, which issues certified copies of registrations of birth, marriage and death (Government of PEI, checked October 2026). See the fee page. For older events, contact the Public Archives and Records Office.
How much do PEI certified copies cost?
A certified copy of registration of birth, marriage or death costs $35 each. A standard birth certificate costs $25, and a detailed birth certificate costs $35.
What does a record search cost?
A search of records costs $20 for every period of up to three years. Searching before you order helps when the exact year is unknown.
Can I get my PEI records faster?
Rush processing takes two business days and costs $50 extra, and emergency same-day processing costs $100 extra. Both apply to certificates only, and courier fees are extra.
How do I reach the Public Archives and Records Office?
Phone 902-368-4290 or email archives@gov.pe.ca. Its collection includes indexes to many vital records, largely dated before 1902.
Which birth document should I order?
Order the certified copy of registration of birth, because it is the full registration. Ask Vital Statistics what the detailed certificate shows before you choose it instead.
Do I need records from other provinces too?
Possibly. Each province keeps its own records, so you order each event from the province where it happened. See our guide to vital records offices in every province.
What if the PEI record is missing?
Keep any search result you receive and look for other records from the original authority. Read our guide on what IRCC accepts when a record is missing.
Does a PEI record alone prove my citizenship?
No. It proves one link in your chain. You need documents for every generation, and then you apply to IRCC for a citizenship certificate. See our citizenship by descent guide.
Which PEI records are older records?
PEI Vital Statistics typically holds births under 120 years old, marriages under 75 and deaths under 50. Older records sit with the Public Archives and Records Office, which cannot always estimate turnaround because of high demand.
Do I need church records for PEI ancestors?
For events before 1906, probably yes. PEI had no civil registry before 1906, so baptism and other church records often serve as the proof of birth. Ask us to review your chain.