Chile Civil Registrations Index

Chile introduced civil registration in 1885, marking a shift from ecclesiastical to state-managed birth, marriage, and death records. These records were standardized nationwide and are maintained by the Servicio de Registro Civil e Identificación. Civil records include comprehensive details such as names, parentage, occupation, and place of residence—offering rich insights for genealogical research.

While earlier church records remain essential for pre-1885 research, civil registration provides consistent documentation through the 20th century and beyond. Many historical registers are now digitized or accessible through local offices and the Chilean National Archives. For those exploring Chilean roots, civil registration is a foundational source for constructing accurate and documented family trees.