If you or someone you know is celebrating a special birthday or anniversary, our office can assist in obtaining a letter from the Premier of Queensland, Prime Minister of Australia, Governor-General or His Majesty the King to mark the occasion.

How to request a letter

Step 1

Organise a copy of a supporting document to verify the applicant’s date of birth or marriage. These documents include:

• Birth or marriage certificate (photocopies are acceptable)

• Passport or citizenship papers (photocopies are acceptable)

• OR

• Statutory declaration to confirm date of birth, or place and date of marriage. The statutory declaration should be signed by a member of the family and witnessed by a Justice of the Peace or Commissioner for Declarations. A link to a statutory declaration template can be found here or picked up at a Post Office.

Step 2

Download and complete the congratulatory letter application form.

Step 3

Submit the completed form and supporting materials to my office at least 6 weeks prior to the anniversary so the letters can be delivered in time.

BIRTHDAYS

90th birthday letters can be requested from:

• Prime Minister of Australia
• Premier of Queensland

100th, 105th and 120th birthday letters can be requested from:

• His Majesty the King
• Governor-General of Australia
• Prime Minister of Australia
• Governor of Queensland
• Premier of Queensland

ANNIVERSARIES

50th (Golden) anniversary letters can be requested from:

• Prime Minister of Australia
• Premier of Queensland
• Governor of Queensland

60th, 65th and 70th (Diamond) anniversary letters can be requested from:

• His Majesty the King
• Governor-General of Australia
• Prime Minister of Australia
• Governor of Queensland
• Premier of Queensland

Please note: Requests for messages should be submitted at least 6 weeks prior to the special date to allow sufficient time for processing.

Your personal information will be handled in accordance with privacy laws.