A Guide to Registering a Birth

What do we have to do if we have married or had a civil partnership since our child was registered? Natural parents of a child are legally required to re-register the child’s birth if they marry or register a civil partnership with each other at any time. You will need to complete an application form and then book an appointment for re-registration. Only one parent needs to attend this appointment.

to the appointment. If your marriage or civil partnership did not take place in the United Kingdom, please email registrars@rbkc.gov.uk for further information. Can we be seen if we have not booked an appointment? No, you must book an appointment before you come to the register office. We may be able to arrange an emergency appointment in very exceptional circumstances. Please email registrars@rbkc.gov.uk if you feel that you have an urgent reason which means you cannot attend with a pre-booked appointment.

You will need to bring your marriage or civil partnership certificate with you

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