Births

A step by step guide to registering a birth

Congratulations on the birth of your child. You must register the birth of your child within 42 days. You must register them in the district they were born.

Applying for passports and child benefits will be easier if you register them early. You may have to provide a copy of your child’s birth certificate.

  1. Registration or declaration

    Register a birth or complete a declaration

  2. Who can complete a registration or declaration?

    Information on who can complete a registration or declaration

  3. Required information

    Providing the correct information at the appointment

  4. Book an appointment

    How to book an appointment

  5. Birth corrections

    Correcting a birth entry