You can change your legally recognised gender through a simple application process based on your own self-identified gender.

Recognised gender identities

The State recognises the following gender identities:

• male
• female
• non binary
• intersex

You can choose any of these as your recognised gender identity.

You do not need to justify your identity beyond meeting the application requirements.

Applying to change your gender

You can apply to have your gender legally recognised.

Your application must:

• be made in the required form
• state the gender identity you are applying for
• confirm that the application is made in good faith

Recognition is based on your genuine self-identification.

You are not required to provide:

• medical evidence
• details of any surgery
• a psychological assessment

Recognition must be processed promptly.

When an application may be refused

An application may only be refused in limited cases.

This can happen where there is clear evidence that the application:

• is not made in good faith
• is made for fraudulent purposes
• is intended to avoid a legal obligation

Updating your records

Once recognised:

• your gender identity is recorded in official registers
• State records must reflect your recognised gender identity

Biological sex is not recorded unless required by law.

You can also apply to amend your gender identity again in the future using the same process.

Privacy and confidentiality

Information about your gender identity is protected.

This means:

• it must be kept confidential
• it can only be disclosed where authorised by law, required for a lawful public function or ordered by a court

It is unlawful to disclose this information without proper authority.

You are not required to disclose:

• your biological sex
• any previous gender identity

You must not be treated unfairly for choosing not to disclose this information.

Access to services

You have the right to access services in line with your recognised gender identity.

Public services must make reasonable adjustments to respect your identity.

You must not be denied services solely because of your gender identity.

In limited situations, services may take biological sex into account where it is genuinely necessary, such as for medical care or safety. This must always be justified and proportionate.

Protections

You are protected from:

• harassment
• hostile or degrading treatment
• unlawful exclusion

Additional protections apply to transgender and intersex people, including protection from unnecessary medical intervention in certain cases.

What you need to do

To change your gender:

1. complete the application in the required form
2. state your chosen gender identity
3. confirm that your application is made in good faith
4. submit the application to the relevant authority

Additional information

• Recognition is an administrative process handled by the Government or authorised bodies
• Records are updated once recognition is confirmed
• Unlawful disclosure of gender identity information is an offence