West Sumatra, Indonesia Genealogy

Guide to West Sumatra Province ancestry, family history and genealogy: birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, parish registers, and military records.

Province Information
West Sumatra is located on the west coast of the island of Sumatra. It covers an area of 42,012.89 km2 (16,221.27 sq mi). Islam is the predominant religion here. Its capital city is Padang.

West Sumatra is home to the Minangkabau people. The name of Minangkabau comes from two words, Minang (win) and kabau (cattle).

West Sumatra is led by a governor, elected for a 5-year term.

West Sumatra Map
Below are the Regencies of West Sumatra.

FamilySearch Historical Records Collections

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FamilySearch Resources
Below are FamilySearch resources that can assist you in researching your family.


 * Facebook Communities - Facebook groups discussing genealogy research
 * Learning Center - Online genealogy courses
 * Historical Records
 * Family History Center locator map

Research Tools

 * List of Cemeteries in West Sumatra
 * List of Clan Associations in West Sumatra