ancestrycomau

Ancestry.com.au is the Australian gateway to Ancestry’s global genealogy platform — pairing billions of historical records with AncestryDNA kits and intuitive family-tree tools to help Australians discover, document and share their family history with confidence.

Founded1996

Price tier$$

Main focusGenealogy subscriptions & DNA kits

ShippingShips within Australia

Why Ancestry

Top reasons Australians choose Ancestry

01Unrivalled record collectionsAccess to billions of digitised records worldwide — from birth certificates to immigration lists — makes deep family research possible from Australia.

02AncestryDNA insightsAncestryDNA kits provide ethnicity estimates and DNA matches that connect you to living relatives and previously hidden branches of your tree.

03Tools that simplify researchAutomated hints, smart matching and an intuitive tree builder turn complex archival searches into clear, actionable discoveries.

AncestryDNA kits — what to expect

Buy an AncestryDNA saliva kit in Australia to unlock ethnicity estimates and DNA matches. Kits arrive boxed with clear instructions — register online, post your sample, then wait for secure online results. Expect matches and shared ancestor hints; privacy controls let you manage who can see your genetic information.

Subscriptions and record access

Ancestry subscriptions grant searchable access to national and international record sets, newspaper archives and passenger lists. Build and share family trees, attach sourced documents and order printed charts or books. Membership provides continual updates and new record discoveries as Ancestry expands its collections.

What they sell

AncestryDNA kitsGenealogy subscriptionsHistorical records accessFamily trees & chartsDNA matching servicesPhotos & family stories

Our verdict

What we like

One of the largest genealogical databases in the world
Powerful DNA matching and ethnicity tools
User-friendly tree building with automated hints

Worth knowing

Full access requires a paid subscription
Processing times for DNA results can vary

FAQ

Do you ship AncestryDNA kits to Australia?

Yes — Ancestry.com.au sells and ships DNA kits within Australia. Delivery times vary by location; orders are processed regionally and include instructions for returning your sample.

Can I return a DNA kit or get a refund?

Opened or activated DNA kits are generally non‑refundable for hygiene and processing reasons. Unopened kits may be eligible for return under Ancestry’s policy; check the site or contact support for specifics.

Are there discounts or trial offers?

Ancestry runs periodic promotions, holiday sales and limited trial offers on subscriptions. Check the Australian site for current deals and first‑time subscriber promotions.