Recognition act Do you need an act of recognition? For genealogical research The acts of recognition prior to 1919 have been digitized and you can consult them directly on the Archives de Paris website . On this same site, you can also consult the annual and decennial tables of birth certificates up to the year 1932. Paris Archives website new window For all other requests Only deeds registered in Paris can be issued. If the act concerns another municipality, please consult Service-Public.fr. Can I receive my civil status certificate by email? No, the civil status certificate will only be sent to you by post. This service is open exclusively to individuals . Public Service website new window TO START The stages of a request for an act of recognition Connect to the Parisian account (optional) Complete the online application The request is under investigation Mailing of the act of recognition Paris.fr Home Faq Legal Notice