What information do I need to provide?
About the baby
- The date, place and time of the birth. The time will only be recorded if the baby is one of twins, triplets etc
- Whether the baby is a boy or girl
- The forenames and surname by which the baby is to be brought up
About the father (where the details are to be entered in the register)
- Forenames and surname and any other names used
- Date and place of birth
- Occupation at the time of baby's birth or, if not employed, the occumpation last followed
About the mother
- Forenames and surname and any other names used, including maiden surname
- Date and place of birth
- Occupation or previous occupation
- Date of marriage if applicable
- Number of previous children
It is important to check carefully that the register is correct before signing.
Who can register the birth?
It is usual for the mother to register the birth.
If the mother was married to the baby's father at the time of birth, the father may register without the mother being present.
If the parents are not married at the time of birth, the father's details can only be entered if both attend together or if a statutory declaration is made. If they cannot attend together, it may be possible to add father's details at a later date.
Is my UK born child a British Citizen?
If your child was born in the UK on or after 1st July 2006 then the answer is as follows:
- Yes if either parent is a British citizen or settled for immigration purposes on the date of the child's birth.
- No if neither parent is a British Citizen nor settled for immigration purposes on the date of the child's birth. (Under section 1 (3) of the British Nationality Act 1981 a child is entitled to be registered as a British Citizen once either of their parents becomes settled for immigration purposes in this country or becomesa British Citizen).
For information regarding children born before 1st July 2006, contact the UKBA Nationality Group on 0845 010 5200 or visit their website.